By Lakeview Health Lakeview Health Alcohol is a chemical that can cause damage once it has entered the body and begins to move through the system. The body can work to remove it, especially initially and in smaller doses. Yet, over time, alcohol addiction forms, leading to a number of health complications and behaviors. If
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How to Choose a Rehab Program
By Lakeview Health Lakeview Health When you learn how to choose a rehab program, it can ease your mind knowing you are getting the best care possible. Rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction is a challenging process, but one worth it. The right tools, therapies, and treatment locations can make all of the difference in
The Danger of Mixing Wine and Benzos
By Lakeview Health Lakeview Health When it comes to substance abuse, we often talk about people abusing one substance at a time. Most discussions focus on one or the other, whether it be consuming too much alcohol or misusing a prescription. However, there are many instances where individuals begin to mix substances, sometimes without even
The Connections Between Alcohol and Depression
By Lakeview Health Lakeview Health In today’s society, alcohol is a common fixture in stores, in social settings, and in the media. People are often seen consuming alcohol in commercials, shows, and movies. With such easy access, it can be hard to remember that it can pose a threat when abused. Also common in today’s
The Complicated Relationship Between Alcohol and Anxiety
By Lakeview Health Lakeview Health Whether you come home from a long day or you’re out at a social event trying to relax, alcohol is a quite common substance many of us reach for to manage our anxiety. Wine at the end of a long day as you unwind from work or a beer to
Alcohol Addiction and Withdrawal
By Lakeview Health Staff Lakeview Health Staff About 18 million Americans abuse alcohol and approximately 70 million more have dealt with alcohol addiction in their families. Choosing the right alcohol rehab to start your new life free from alcohol can be difficult. Our facility adheres to all of the highest standards in the industry, as
How to Combat Teenage Alcoholism [Infographic]
By Lakeview Health Staff Lakeview Health Staff Alcoholism isn’t an illness that targets adults exclusively. Teens, and in some cases even children, can fall victim to the disease. To combat teenage substance abuse, awareness and education is key. Knowing more about teen alcohol abuse and addiction can be instrumental when it comes to preventing teens
The Most Commonly Abused Drug In the World Is Alcohol
Alcohol is socially acceptable making it the most abuse drug in the world. Detoxing from alcohol can be dangerous. With a medically supervised detox followed by quality addiction treatment over coming the disease of addiction is going to be extremely difficult.