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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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?...