Alcohol Addiction

There is a large degree of variability in alcohol metabolism as a result of both genetic and environmental factors. The first symptoms—and maybe the only symptoms—you experience may resemble a bad hangover. She adds that withdrawal can also occur after a significant reduction in alcohol consumption. Social Support and Treatment Programs People who have an […]

This adverse effect on your mental health can be hard on the body as well. Most people experience alcohol dependence with heavy use and experience physical symptoms when they stop drinking. Inpatient treatment, or staying at a hospital or care facility, may be necessary for someone with moderate to severe symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Inpatient […]

Alcohol abuse can often be hidden or disguised among drinkers who believe that because they only drink socially, their use is not problematic. By Buddy TBuddy T is a writer and founding member of the Online Al-Anon Outreach Committee with decades of experience writing about alcoholism. Because he is a member of a support group that […]

Call our hotline at to discuss further treatment options and get the information you need to continue your journey on the road to recovery. Though the original Twelve Steps of AA have been adapted over time, the premise of each step remains the same for all recovery programs that use a 12-step model. For many […]

Our facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, making AAC a highly reputable choice for addiction recovery. You may want to bring your phone, laptop and other small electronic devices, like a tablet or e-reader, to rehab. AdCare Treatment Centers don’t allow electronic devices outside […]

A Dutch study showed that heart-healthy nutrients called polyphenols in red wine help prevent heart disease, but not because of a drop in blood pressure. Research shows that the polyphenols improve the cells lining the blood vessels, and do improve blood flow and heart health. The jury is still out, though, on whether this could […]

Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of certain cancers, especially mouth and throat cancer. Characterized by abnormally high blood sugar, type 2 diabetes is caused by a reduced uptake of glucose, or blood sugar, by your cells — a phenomenon known as insulin resistance. There are several possible reasons for the beneficial effects of drinking […]

Metronidazole is an antibacterial agent that kills bacteria by damaging cellular DNA and hence cellular function.292 Metronidazole is usually given to people who have diarrhea caused by Clostridioides difficile bacteria. Patients who are taking metronidazole are sometimes advised to avoid alcohol, even after 1 hour following the last dose. Although older data suggested a possible […]

If someone believes they have an alcohol allergy or intolerance, they should stop drinking alcoholic drinks and visit their healthcare provider for testing and advice. The only way to avoid alcohol intolerance symptoms or an allergic reaction is to avoid alcohol or the particular beverage or ingredients that cause the problem. For a minor reaction, […]

Getting sober was a lonely journey at first, but finding community has made all the difference. Most of us realize that alcohol is heavily woven into modern culture, but going alcohol-free is going to increase your awareness of the direct and indirect social pressures to drink. You’ll start noticing how many alcohol references you see […]