Did you know that addiction doesn’t just affect your physical health but can also seriously impact your mental well-being? While we often associate addiction with physical harm, it’s essential to recognise how deeply it can influence mental health problems. Overcoming addiction can feel like an uphill battle, and that’s because it directly affects the brain’s…
Wet brain, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a serious brain disorder often resulting from chronic alcohol addiction and vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency. Here you’ll learn what is wet brain, symptoms and how to treat it. Quick Facts Wet brain syndrome, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is from severe thiamine deficiency often from chronic alcohol abuse and can be…
Alcohol consumption is becoming an increasingly worrying problem in the UK. There has been a significant upward trend in terms of alcohol consumption, associated with an increase in alcohol-related deaths and admissions. This trend accelerated during the pandemic, with alcohol-related deaths reaching a 20-year high in 2020, highlighting the urgent need to address the alcohol…
Starting the journey to overcome alcoholism is no small feat. The first step, recognizing there is a problem, often takes courage and self-awareness. But once you are ready, there is a vast array of resources and support systems available to help you succeed. If you’re struggling with alcohol abuse or wondering how you can help…
Navigating life with an alcoholic can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, leaving you to wonder how you can help them while taking care of yourself. Living with someone struggling with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and alcohol dependency can be emotionally and physically challenging. However, your well-being, as well as theirs, must always be a priority.…
Stopping drinking suddenly? You may experience alcohol withdrawal syndrome. This guide explains the symptoms, causes and treatments. We’ll also look at severe cases and long-term recovery. Key Points Withdrawal symptoms can be mild or severe; severe symptoms like delirium tremens (DTs) can be fatal without proper treatment. Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms can constitute a medical…
Alcohol consumption doesn’t just have negative impacts on individuals’ health; it also brings serious financial consequences. A recent survey shows approximately 58% of Americans are regular drinkers. Among these, 64% suffer health consequences, while 41% face substantial financial challenges. Excessive and uncontrollable drinking can lead to alcohol use disorder, a condition that impacts relationships, work,…
Drug addiction is a worrying issue in the UK, especially due to the rising rate of substance use disorders such as alcoholism and opioid abuse, and the even more troubling post-pandemic surge in drug and alcohol addiction-related deaths. One reason behind this trend is the financial barrier the cost of an alcohol detox places on…
A UK study found a shocking statistic: nearly 38.5% of individuals with a substance use disorder, including alcohol, also met the diagnostic criteria for PTSD. Individuals who experience traumatic events are more likely to develop PTSD, which is often connected to alcohol dependence. The co-occurrence of PTSD with alcohol and substance abuse, usually referred to…
Recovery from alcohol addiction is a multi-stage process. Each step comes with peculiar challenges and everyone experiences this journey uniquely. Alcohol detoxification is the first step in recovery and involves ridding your system of alcohol by abstaining from drinking. However, this phase is filled with several hurdles like alcohol withdrawal symptoms, the risk of relapse…