Social Drinking and Young Adults Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryJuly 5, 2022 Social drinking is a common pastime throughout America. This term refers to the casual use of alcohol in certain kinds of social situations. Year in and year out, young adults make up a large percentage of all social drinkers. Most people in this category don’t experience any serious problems as a result. However, far too… Read more
Alcohol Use Disorder Addiction Treatment, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryMarch 28, 2022 A brief overview of alcohol use disorder; also known as alcoholism. How to know if you or a loved one has a problem, the consequences of having an alcohol addiction, and what to do if you suspect you or someone else might. Read more
The Signs of Overdose And What To Do Addiction Education, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryJanuary 26, 2022 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
10 Things I Wish I had Known Earlier About Alcoholism Addiction Education, Alcohol, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryJanuary 26, 2022 Everyone reaches a certain age and thinks, “Wow, I wish I could go back in time and tell myself ____.” Many people who used to be alcohol abusers think the same thing about the period they were alcoholics. They wish someone had told them how easy it could happen to them and how they wouldn’t realize how much alcohol affected their lives until it was too late. Read more
The Health Benefits of Quitting Alcohol Addiction Education, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Commonly Abused DrugsBy Coalition RecoveryNovember 29, 2021 Habitual drinking wrecks havoc on many parts of the body – including the brain, liver, heart, and immune system. When you stop, these things start to reverse and people notice an incredible difference both physically and psychologically. Read more
The Dangers of Binge Drinking in College Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoverySeptember 20, 2021 Despite the adverse and life-threatening effects of alcohol, binge drinking is often the norm in college parties and social events. Students and young adults may often give into binge drinking as a result of peer pressure, and if done regularly, it may lead to permanent organ damage and lifelong health issues. If you or a… Read more
The Stages of Alcohol Detox Alcohol, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 23, 2021 Alcoholism is a slow-killing disease, affecting not just individuals but also their immediate family and friends. To prevent the long-term irreparable damage caused by alcohol consumption, the body must first be purged off of the toxic contents under clinical supervision. The stages of alcohol detox can be quite painful, but with medical attention and close… Read more
Military Alcohol Rehab Center Programs Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, RecoveryBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 17, 2021 Veterans and active military personnel are at a higher risk of substance abuse. The violence on the battlefield leaves behind lasting scars in the form of physical injury, PTSD, constant stress, other co-occurring disorders and may even estrange the individual from society. As a result, military members may develop an addiction to alcohol or drugs… 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
Cannabis Usage Impacts Young Minds Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>AlcoholBy Coalition RecoveryDecember 22, 2020 As marijuana starts to become nationally legalize, we shouldn’t overlook the negative effects it can have on our health; especially to young and developing minds. Marijuana has been shown to cause long-term effects on young brains causing memory and declining cognitive function. Read more
