WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN ALCOHOL AND VIOLENCE?
For hundreds of years (maybe even thousands), the link between alcohol consumption and violence has become a part of human culture. Although we like to joke about drunken brawls and bar fights on TV and in films (which can be funny), the fact of the matter is far from humorous. On a yearly basis, alcohol-related […]
LOW-ALCOHOL DRINKS VS. TEETOTALER’S CHOICE
According to reports, hardcore alcohol drinkers cannot tell the difference between a stiff drink and a low-alcohol beverage. So why do we bother producing these substances if there is no difference between the tang of alcohol? This question has been asked by people who are gradually trying to reduce their total alcohol intake, but, honestly, […]
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF METH WITHDRAWAL?
Simply put, meth withdrawal is a slow, painful process but a completely natural and necessary one. After all, living with a toxic drug in your system for months or years can take its toll on your mind and spirit (not essential for living a long, healthy life at all). Typically, people suffering through this condition […]
HOW TO TELL IF YOUR FRIEND IS DEPENDENT ON ALCOHOL OR AN ALCOHOL ABUSER
Chances are, if you and your party-loving friends have spent time at outdoor venues or special events, you have seen some crazy incidences involving drunkenness. Whether your friends have had too much to drink or some other patrons are stumbling around while laughing, you can easily identify a drunken person from a tipsy person. However, […]
A CLOSER LOOK AT AN ALCOHOLIC BENDER
If you have ever spent time with an alcoholic or an abuser or are just savvy with alcoholic practices, then you may have heard of the term “drinking bender.” So, what does this term mean exactly? Simply put, a “bender” can refer to any situation ranging from wild parties to non-strop drinking for multiple days […]
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALCOHOL CONTENT IN STANDARD U.S. DRINKS
How much alcohol is in that drink? Ultimately, some people try to be cautious about exceeding the recommended guidelines of alcohol consumption, but, unfortunately, some people tend to extend past the recommended amount. As a result, these people will engage in binge drinking, shots, and countless rounds of beer to knock a horse flat. In […]
UNDERSTANDING THE SILENT VICTIMS OF ALCOHOLISM
Often, when we look at the deep holes of despair and anguish dug by alcoholics, we are very quick to reach out to these people and provide as much help as we possibly can (as we definitely should). Unfortunately, though, in our mixture of concern and upset over the people suffering from this mental illness, […]
THE BENEFITS OF TALKING TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT ALCOHOL
As countless historical figures and literary characters have said throughout the years, “Knowledge is power.” In a country where drug abuse and alcohol problems inflict a large number of people, you will naturally feel obliged to learn as much as you can about the substances that pose a threat to your well-being. However, you may […]
HOW YOU CAN IDENTIFY THE 9 TYPES OF BINGE DRINKERS
Simply put, we humans are naturally programmed to take risks and seek thrills. Sometimes that’s a critical step of growing into full-fledged adults. After all, “you never know unless you try” is the old outage that is used by millions of people when it comes to taking on a new challenge. Although this might be […]
WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF UNDERAGE DRINKING?
Simply put, alcohol abuse and alcoholism are terrible problems in our country. So, imagine how complicated the situation can get when you realize that teenagers and young adults are entering the mix of intoxicated adults. Although underage drinking is not as prevalent as it used to be in the United States, this issue is still […]