Total and lifelong avoidance of alcohol (abstinence) is the best treatment for those who have gone through alcohol withdrawal. Find out if they focus on other issues important to you, such as gender, mental health, or something else. You’ll visit your doctor or a center during the day, returning home each night. Many times these […]
The emotional landscape for a wife living with an alcoholic is often bleak. Isolation becomes a constant companion, as social circles may shrink due to the alcoholic’s behavior or the wife’s attempt to conceal the problem. This retreat from connection intensifies feelings of loneliness and alienation. Enabling behaviors are actions that shield the alcoholic from […]
You may start with verbal sparring and even work your way up to throwing a punch. This is where your friends and family members back away or suggest you slow down. If you’ve ever been around a young child who’s overly tired and cranky, you know the consequences of saying “Honey, you’re feeling cranky now […]
These symptoms can interfere with work performance, social interactions, and personal relationships. People who have previously experienced withdrawal, have liver problems or other health issues are at greater risk for complications. This may involve one one-on-one sessions with a social worker or therapist to help you deal with mental health issues or past traumas. At […]
Beck (1967) identifies several illogical thinking processes (i.e., distortions of thought processes). These illogical thought patterns are self-defeating and can cause great anxiety or depression for the individual. Aaron Beck’s (1967) therapy system is similar to Ellis’s but has been most widely used in cases of depression. Exercise 30 – Graded Hierachy of Anxiety Provoking […]
Certain medications can interact with alcohol, making it harder for your body to metabolize it. Conditions like asthma, gastrointestinal issues, and liver disorders can also amplify the symptoms of alcohol intolerance. It’s always wise to check with a healthcare professional if you have any concerns about how your medications or health conditions might affect alcohol […]