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Xanax and Alcohol
Abuse of alcohol commonly occurs with use of other drugs, and one of those drugs is a routinely prescribed benzodiazepine. People who take benzos, like Xanax, while drinking may assume mixing the two is safe as use of either one alone isn’t necessarily harmful when...
Living with an Alcoholic
It's not easy to watch a loved one struggle with alcohol use for years. It certainly takes its toll on you and the whole family when you are living with an alcoholic. If your response to a spouse who won't get help hasn't changed, it shouldn't surprise you when their...
What Is MDMA?
MDMA abuse is an emerging issue for executives, celebrities, and other high-profile professionals. Many of the individuals who are affected face significant social, mental, and physical consequences as a result of their substance use. Let's answer the question of...
How Addiction Affects Children and Families
Addiction is a serious problem that affects not only the person using but also those around them. As a professional with a demanding career and an alcohol or drug problem, you may not have spent much time thinking about how it's changing the lives of your loved ones....
What are Process Addictions?
Process addictions are often misunderstood. Many people think of them as "lesser" addictions, but they can be just as damaging and can worsen or lead to substance use disorders. So here's what you need to know about process addictions and keeping them from harming...
Heroin Withdrawal Timeline
If you’ve ever tried quitting opioids or heroin unsuccessfully, you know the challenge of overcoming the withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can be intense, no doubt. While there is no way to avoid all symptoms, understanding when they appear and how long they last...
Prescription Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms and Timelines
Prescription opioid withdrawal should never be experienced at home alone as it comes with a high risk for complications. Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe, including hallucinations, high blood pressure, and seizures. Opioid users will notice the...
Am I a “High-Functioning” Alcoholic?
A high-functioning alcoholic is a person with an Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) who manages to maintain a career and relationships in their personal life. Their ability to mask their alcohol use can be quite deceptive to people in their lives who may not realize the...
Can Alcohol Cause Dementia?
Excessive drinking poses many threats to daily functioning, but can alcohol cause dementia? Ahead of any specific diagnosis, it’s helpful to understand what kind of connection alcohol and dementia may have in people who regularly drink. Let’s look at what leads to...
How to Deal with Holiday Stress
Holiday stress affects everyone differently, but it can be especially problematic for professionals who routinely turned to drugs or alcohol to cope with it in the past. The need to self-medicate to handle the demands of attending company parties can affect your...
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