Author: Alex Thompson

Individuals in the young adult subtype make up 31% of people addicted to alcohol in the U.S. They drink less frequently than the other subtypes, but when they do drink, they’re likely to overdo it and binge. They typically come from families with low rates of alcoholism. Alcohol use disorder has been identified as something that happens […]

However, the temperature may change as soon as it is exposed to either warm or cool environment. For drug screening, a urine temperature that is within the range of °F is usually acceptable. Ensuring that the sample is in this temperature range is the best way to tell whether the sample actually came from the […]

Women for Sobriety focuses on the needs of women with any type of substance use problem. They also value having role models of recovery and someone to call on when the recovering self is an unsteady newborn. Data show that the programs are helpful for some but not for everyone. Shame is an especially powerful […]

Some studies indicate that inpatient treatment leads to better short-term abstinence rates than outpatient, but that advantage may reduce over time. People in inpatient programs may also be more likely to complete treatment. With that said, inpatient programs tend to be more expensive and aren’t necessarily for everyone. The Navigator helps adults find alcohol treatment […]

Get the help you need from a therapist near you–a FREE service from Psychology Today. For example, a therapy dog cannot accompany a handler into a business establishment. Your therapist should be qualified, experienced and a member of a professional body, such as BACP, which demonstrates they’re committed to working to high professional and ethical […]

As with all supplements, you’ll want your doctor to let you know about any health risks, like effects on any conditions you have or medications you take. “The circuits that are involved in human cognition are very complicated and not fully understood,” he says. “You can’t just ‘turn up the dial’ that easily.” He notes […]

If you think you could use the extra help, talk to your doctor about which medication is right for you. I’ve been thinking a lot about how I finally managed to get and stay sober. When I look back on the millions of times I tried (and failed) to quit, I have a very good […]

As with other medical diseases but unlike most bad habits, prospective studies demonstrate that willpower per se is of little predictive significance. Alcoholism is a complex, many-sided phenomenon, and its many formal definitions vary according to the point of view of the definer. A simplistic definition calls alcoholism a disease caused by chronic, compulsive drinking. […]

It could potentially help with wet dandruff by relieving irritation on the scalp. The effects of seborrheic dermatitis on hair are usually minimal, but research has shown that hair loss can occur. “Sometimes what you think is dandruff is simply product debris, like hair gel or hair spray,” says McMichael. SD causes visible signs of […]

As you prepare your plan to quit drinking, make a list of the barriers that might be standing in your way and brainstorm ways to deal with these problems. Potential solutions might include looking for low-cost treatment options, joining a support group, and talking to a mental health professional. Common alcohol withdrawal symptoms can include […]