How to Stage an Intervention That Actually Works

How to Stage an Intervention That Actually Works

Watching a loved one struggle with addiction is not easy. You probably feel helpless, wanting to intervene but not knowing exactly how to go about it. Staging an intervention can be effective, but you should have a concrete plan before making the attempt. While there...
What Are Protracted Withdrawal Symptoms?

What Are Protracted Withdrawal Symptoms?

When someone has been using drugs or alcohol for a long period of time, stopping use can lead to withdrawal symptoms. Sometimes withdrawal symptoms can linger for months or more, which is called protracted withdrawal. If you are starting your recovery journey, it’s...
Seizures During Detox: Risk Factors and Prevention

Seizures During Detox: Risk Factors and Prevention

Seizures are a withdrawal symptom that can occur during substance use detox, particularly alcohol detox. Alcohol withdrawal can be very dangerous, with certain risk factors contributing to the severity of symptoms. That’s why it’s highly recommended that you attend an...
Delirium Tremens (DTs): Recognizing a Medical Emergency

Delirium Tremens (DTs): Recognizing a Medical Emergency

Alcohol can be very dangerous, causing a host of symptoms, the most serious of which is delirium tremens, commonly known as DTs. DTs can be fatal and require immediate medical attention. If you or someone you know is stopping alcohol use, it’s important to know the...
Can You Die from Benzodiazepine Withdrawal?

Can You Die from Benzodiazepine Withdrawal?

Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed medications, but they can be addictive and cause withdrawal symptoms when their use is stopped. Even when they are taken as prescribed, withdrawal symptoms can occur.  In some cases, benzodiazepine withdrawal can be dangerous...
Panic Disorder and Alcohol Dependence

Panic Disorder and Alcohol Dependence

Research has shown a direct link between panic disorder and alcohol dependence, clinically known as alcohol use disorder (AUD). When both disorders are present at the same time, they need to be treated concurrently for recovery to be possible. What Is Panic Disorder?...