Some people addicted to alcohol show apparent signs that they have a drinking problem. However, others affected by alcoholism may be harder to recognize. That’s true because they still seem to remain generally functional in daily life. People in this second category are sometimes known as high-functioning alcoholics. But make no mistake, high-functioning or not,…
Traveling to Denver to receive addiction treatment can benefit those struggling with substance abuse issues. The city is home to several reputable addiction treatment centers. There may even be treatment programs that your local facilities do not provide. The “Mile High City” also offers a variety of activities and attractions that can help keep people…
Excessive alcohol use comes with several serious risks, including alcoholism and serious, non-addicted alcohol abuse. They also include the possibility of developing alcohol poisoning. In addition, you may drink enough to become blackout drunk. An alcohol blackout can endanger your health in multiple ways. You can black out even if you’re not affected by diagnosable…
Body image issues are relatively common among America’s teens and adults. These issues can affect boys and men. However, they’re often more prominent in girls and women. Unfortunately, body image issues sometimes contribute to a severe and damaging disordered eating pattern. If you’re affected by such a pattern, eating disorder treatment can help you recover.…
Roughly one-quarter of all women in the U.S. will experience diagnosable mental health issues annually. A smaller but significant percentage of men are also affected. However, mental health problems in women are not always the same as those in men. And when they are the same, they often produce different symptoms. A mental health treatment…
Alcohol and depression are often linked. Depression may cause a person to drink more alcohol, and drinking alcohol can make a person’s depression worse. Alcohol may also make it more challenging to recover from depression. Alcohol and depression have a symbiotic relationship, as they feed off of each other. A person who abuses alcohol may…
Many of America’s most widely prescribed medications are classes of sleeping pills. These medications include several benzodiazepines, or benzos. Increasingly, they also include members of the “Z drug” family. Z drugs are prescriptions that specifically relieve insomnia. Long-term misuse of a benzo or Z drug can lead to addiction. It can also lead to several…
Summertime is traditionally a season of relaxation and celebration. It’s also a time of year when alcohol use plays a role in many activities. This season can be a subject of serious concern if you’ve completed alcohol addiction treatment. On one hand, you want to enjoy your summer as much as possible. On the other…
Doctors use the benzodiazepine Ativan to treat insomnia and other sleep issues, as well as anxiety disorders. If you misuse this widely prescribed medication, you can get addicted to it. Fortunately, an Ativan addiction treatment program in Colorado will provide support for your recovery. This kind of program provides a range of specific benefits. Together,…
Sleep problems are common in the U.S. In some cases, these problems are caused by diagnosable health conditions. You may also have less serious but still significant sleep issues. Many people turn to sleeping pills to deal with insomnia or anxiety-related sleep problems. Unfortunately, you can get addicted to these kinds of medications. If this…