Author: Alex Thompson

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Alex Thompson, with a decade of commitment in social work, obtained his psychology credentials from the University of San Francisco. Immediately following his academic journey, Alex embarked on a mission to support individuals battling with substance dependencies. Currently, he channels his expertise into crafting insightful pieces aimed at overcoming challenges related to alcohol and drug addiction, offering guidance and solidarity through his online publications.

November 21, 2024

Alex Thompson

How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System? Blood & Urine

You may want to limit your intake of alcohol to about once in a period of three days. While your overall goal is to pass a urine test for alcohol, limiting your alcohol intake may actually do your body good. A urine test measures the amount of alcohol in a person’s urine and typically has […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 21, 2024

Alex Thompson

A Dozen Ways You Can Support Someone in Recovery

If you’re looking for information about how you can help your loved one while they’re in treatment for addiction issues, call us here at FHE Health. We know that substance abuse and addiction impact the entire family, and we’re committed to providing support to everyone through our cutting-edge, research-based addiction and mental health recovery programs. Rehab centers […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 20, 2024

Alex Thompson

How to Drink in Moderation: 6 Effective Tips

The evaluation consists of 11 yes or no questions that are intended to be used as an informational tool to assess the severity and probability of a substance use disorder. The test is free, confidential, and no personal information is needed to receive the result. If you are struggling with some of the following signs […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 20, 2024

Alex Thompson

Got Brain Fog? Try Our 7 Brain Detox Tips

Researchers now believe that a well-functioning “clearance system” in the nervous system is critical for prevention of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s disease and ALS. Your liver and kidneys might normally get all the credit when it comes to detoxification, but did you know that your body also has another extensive system in […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 20, 2024

Alex Thompson

Detoxifying from Meth: Natural Methods and Medical Interventions

During this period a person will experience fatigue, headaches and other short term symptoms, as their body tries to recover from not having the drug. Medical professionals closely monitor patients undergoing medication-assisted detox to ensure the medications are administered safely and effectively. The dosage and duration of medication use may vary depending on the individual’s […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 20, 2024

Alex Thompson

Full Body Detox: 9 Ways to Rejuvenate Your Body

Allowing the body to take a break from digestive duties will help divert energy from the gastrointestinal tract to the organs recruited for detoxification pathways. Additionally, numerous studies indicate that heavy alcohol use can have long-term effects on the brain. In one study, middle-aged men who were considered “heavy drinkers” experienced more cases of rapid […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 20, 2024

Alex Thompson

How to NOT Be Conflict Avoidant

Rather than endlessly ruminate and allow conflicts to fester in your head, try taking a more assertive approach. Instead of trying to sedate emotions like anger, sadness, or fear, try looking at them through the lens of self-compassion, and allowing yourself to see your negative thoughts with empathy. Similarly, if you’re more comforted by smells, […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 19, 2024

Alex Thompson

What Is Meaning? And How to Create a More Meaningful Life

Here are some actions that can point you in the right direction. You can also talk to one of the thousands of Americans who answered the question for themselves. Most of them found meaning through their families, careers, or making money. Luckily, there’s no shortage of resources to help you on your journey. You’re free […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 19, 2024

Alex Thompson

How to Relax Without Alcohol: Build Lasting Calm in Sobriety

Each social event can become an opportunity to strengthen connections and create memorable experiences, no alcohol necessary. You’ve learned that your body has a natural ability to relax without alcohol, but knowing these techniques is only the first step. The real challenge is integrating them into your daily life. That’s where creating a clear vision […]

Alcohol Addiction

November 19, 2024

Alex Thompson

How Does Increased Alcohol Tolerance Affect a Person?

However, it’s not the only cause and developing a tolerance does not mean that you’ve developed an alcohol addiction. And on the other hand, you can be diagnosed with AUD without exhibiting alcohol tolerance, as long as you meet the criteria. To reduce alcohol tolerance, a person needs to reduce the amount of booze one […]

Alcohol Addiction