Most people know that alcohol can harm your liver, but is it true that heavy drinking can also cause a stroke? To answer that question, we first need to learn what constitutes “heavy drinking.” The NIAAA has given us guidelines to help us determine how much alcohol is safe. The experts tell us that moderate […]
Dealing With Shame After Drinking If you have been asking yourself lately, “Why do I feel shame after drinking,” it could be a good sign. This might be the turning point when you admit you have an alcohol problem and are ready to seek support. The truth is that your conscience is gnawing at you. […]
You may be well aware that you have developed a substance problem, but aren’t sure how to fit detox and rehab into your schedule. The answer for busy executives is addiction treatment for professionals. Executive treatment programs are designed for professionals who need substance treatment, but also place a premium on their time. Read on […]
If you are facing an upcoming drug screening, you may wonder, “How long does meth stay in the urine?” Methamphetamine, also known as meth, crystal, or ice, is a highly addictive substance that can quickly cause destruction in a person’s life. When someone becomes addicted to meth, they will experience a multitude of adverse health […]
Excuses Used By Alcoholics Funny how those excuses we used so often in childhood can become part of the alcoholic’s daily vernacular in adulthood. Remember how we insisted that our bad behavior was a result of some slight we’d suffered- “See what you made me do?”; or as a defense for eating all the ice […]
Orange County Detox Center When we picture what a successful individual looks like we may conjure up an image of someone who is in total control of their life. After all, a person doesn’t rise too high professional stature without having their act together, and most are very focused and driven by nature. What we […]
Detox, oh that dreaded word! So dreaded, in fact, that many who are in desperate need of addiction treatment will avoid getting help just to avoid going through detox. This is understandable, as alcohol detox is known for being highly unpleasant—even dangerous. But what must be understood is that without taking that first step, detox […]
