What Exactly Is a Functioning Alcoholic? Alcohol Recovery, UncategorizedBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 17, 2021 Drinking at social events is so normalized in our culture that we do not notice the signs of alcoholism until it is too late. “Functioning alcoholism” is a colloquial term often used to describe those who are secretly struggling with alcohol addiction, but outwardly appear to live normal, productive lives with an active social circle.… Read more
3 Biggest Dangers of Alcohol Addiction Alcohol Recovery, UncategorizedBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 15, 2021 The dangers of alcohol addiction are many. Like smoking, regular consumption of alcohol has far-reaching consequences on one’s physical and mental health but their effects may be palpably felt too late in life. Moreover, drinking at social gatherings is so normalized in our culture that some may not even be aware of their alcohol dependence,… Read more
FInding an Alcohol Treatment Program Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, RecoveryBy Coalition RecoveryJuly 28, 2021 Consumption of alcohol is very much normalized in our culture, particularly in social events and gatherings, despite its harmful effects. Over 17 million American adults suffer from alcohol addiction and getting help can be a daunting process. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcoholism, help and healing is always available at Coalition… Read more
What is a Functioning Alcoholic? Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryJanuary 8, 2021 We often think of alcoholics as individuals who have lost their jobs, family, and friends; however an estimated 1/5 of individuals with alcohol use disorders are defined as “functioning alcoholics,” meaning they still function within their career and social life. Learn how you can recognize these behaviors and the negative effects it can still have. Read more
What is Alcohol Rehab like? Alcohol, Alcohol Recovery, Recovery, Substance Abuse TreatmentBy Coalition RecoveryOctober 23, 2020 What are alcohol rehabs? What are they like? What do you do? These are all common questions we get so we’d thought we’d give a short breakdown of how most alcohol rehabs function. Read more
The Best Alcohol Rehab in Tampa: What That Means Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Recovery, Substance Abuse TreatmentBy Coalition RecoveryOctober 16, 2020 If you are looking for the best alcohol rehab in Tampa, Florida, here is a list of attributes it should have. Better therapy gives better results. Be wary not to fall into some of the Read more
The True Cost of Drinking Is Much Higher than You Think Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol AddictionBy Coalition RecoveryOctober 8, 2020 We know that alcohol affects us in a variety of ways, from our physical health to our psychological health. We are most likely taught these dangerous effects in school when we’re young, but that rarely stops us from using alcohol or drugs and destroying our bodies. Read more
The Signs of Overdose And What To Do Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoverySeptember 14, 2020 Overdoses are now the leading cause of preventable deaths. There are 67,367 drug overdose deaths in the United States. By knowing the signs of an overdose and what to do, we might be able to save these numbers. Read more
Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Addiction Education>Treatment Therapies, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol AddictionBy Coalition RecoveryMay 12, 2020 You might not think of outpatient care when you think of addiction treatment, but outpatient rehabs can be a great way to continue treatment therapy long after inpatient (or residential) treatment is finished. Outpatient rehabs can also be a good option for individuals with busy lifestyles like working professionals, parents, and students. Learn more about outpatient rehabs here… Read more
Wet Brain (Wernicke-Korsakoff) Syndrome & Alcoholism Alcohol, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryMarch 31, 2020 Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, also known as “wet brain” is a brain disorder commonly associated with alcohol abuse and is caused by vitamin B1 deficiency. This disorder limits a person’s ability to remember and form memories. Read more
