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1. Panic Attack and Anxiety Disorder - Here is the Best Treatment November 17, 2008 People suffering from panic attacks and anxiety disorder live an excruciatingly painful life. They tend to avoid social situations fearing an anxiety attack and live a life in a shell. They suffer lack of sleep or insomnia and their work place performance is severely affected. It is common for panic attack and anxiety disorder sufferers to take to alcoholism as they feel it relaxes their nerves a little bit. This unfortunately is an addictive habit and these people are constantly battling headaches and hangovers right through the next day. To treat panic attacks and anxiety disorder... (read more) Author: Laxman M

2. I Had a Dream November 14, 2008 You know, I’m really nobody. But, I think I’m a lot like all the other nobody’s who make up the greatest nation on Earth. I often wonder if other people are thinking and feeling, what I’m thinking and feeling, at a given time. Right now, I’m not working and don’t see anything coming up, anytime soon in my chosen career. What that career is, is really irrelevant because the unemployment statistics say, a whole lot of other people have to be thinking and feeling a lot of the same things I am. I go through this thought process to keep myself from falling into deep depression. It actually ke... (read more) Author: David Carroll

3. Getting Alcohol Recovery November 14, 2008 Although some people are able to recover from alcoholism without help, the majority of alcoholics need assistance. With treatment and support, many individuals are able to stop drinking and rebuild their lives. Many people wonder why some individuals can use alcohol without problems but others cannot. One important reason has to do with genetics. Scientists have found that having an alcoholic family member makes it more likely that if you choose to drink you too may develop alcoholism. Genes, however, are not the whole story. In fact, scientists now believe that certain factors in a pers... (read more) Author: Jonas Smith

4. Methods Used in Rehab Centers November 10, 2008 The rehab centers are made to control various addictions out of which alcoholism is a major one. It is found common in teens as well as in adults. People involve in alcoholism because of various factors – sometimes they drink because they feel depressed, where as sometimes they drink just for fun (which happens in teenagers) but the addiction comes when you have been seriously making alcohol as an integral part of your life. A person visits a rehab center only when he/she realizes that they are having some sort of addiction to the alcohol which they themselves can’t get rid of. To contro... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

5. Stop Drinking Alcohol.. Looking at Alcoholism as a Disease November 07, 2008 Many people have a problem when thinking of alcoholism as a disease because it simply doesn't seem like one. It doesn't look a disease; nor does it sound, smell, or act like a disease. To cap it all, it regularly denies it exists and refuses to accept treatment. Alcoholism has been recognized for many years by professional medical organizations as a primary, chronic, progressive and sometimes fatal disease. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence offers a detailed and complete definition of alcoholism, but probably the most simple way to describe it is "a mental obsession t... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

6. Fear Mongering: All's Fair? November 03, 2008 I’m 58 years old, which obviously makes me I suppose, a “baby boomer”, for whatever that’s worth… not much I suspect! I’m also a Veteran (1967-1971). I am… a Recovering Drug Addict. I practiced my addiction for nearly three decades, losing the best years of my life to a very cruel disease. I have been in Recovery for over 13 years, and am now a Certified Counselor. I was born in Missouri and when I was a child my family migrated from there to California. As a young teenager I lived the “Civil Rights” movement, which drew many of us into political and social awareness quite early in o... (read more) Author: David Carroll

7. Addiction: the Financial Problem October 22, 2008 One in 100 American citizens was incarcerated at some time last year in either a city, county, state or federal criminal justice facility. It is estimated that over 60 percent of those incarcerated suffer from either a drug or alcohol abuse problem. Driving under-the-influence of alcohol is the number one cause of death on our highways. Drug users, including alcohol abusers, whether from overdose or deteriorating health, and diseases like hepatitis, jam up our hospital emergency wards. Yet, their primary problem is actually a treatable disease; Addiction. Alcoholics and Addicts mo... (read more) Author: David Carroll

8. Finance: the Treatment Dilemma October 22, 2008 Drug Addiction Treatment is costly! For a celebrity or someone in an upper income level, I suppose it’s affordable. The problem is that most Addicts are not in those positions. In fact, honestly, most Addicts are not even in an income level; by the time their disease advances to the point that Treatment becomes a considered option! Rarely, Treatment is offered at $1500 to $2000 per month. For an example of where the upper end is, look at “Promises” in Malibu. A recent article at eHow.com quotes their rate at $8855 per week. Or, the Cirque Lodge in Utah will treat you for $26,000 per mon... (read more) Author: David Carroll

9. Detailed Information on Mallory-Weiss Syndrome October 19, 2008 Mallory-Weiss syndrome is a condition in which the inner lining of the esophagus tears at or near where it connects to the stomach. Mallory-Weiss syndrome may also be caused by epileptic convulsions. Mallory-Weiss tears cause approximately 10-15% of all episodes of hematemesis in adults; however, these tears occur much less commonly in children. Mallory-Weiss syndrome is often associated with alcoholism and eating disorders and there is some evidence that presence of a hiatal hernia is a predisposing condition. Mallory-Weiss syndrome is usually caused by forceful or prolonged vomiting or cough... (read more) Author: Juliet Cohen

10. Life Recovery Comes From Effective Alcohol Treatment Centers October 20, 2008 When alcoholism hits, it’s never a pretty thing. Because alcohol is a socially acceptable substance, it’s easy to ignore addiction until it becomes severe. Then something happens. There’s an accident, an arrest, a job loss or loss of family, something breaks into the fog and says it’s time to get help. Then comes the search, Alcohol Rehab California, and the darkness of being overwhelmed pours in. There are literally thousands. And they all say the same thing, alcoholism is a disease with no cure, there is no freedom from the craving. That is the conventional and current wisdom, that alcoholis... (read more) Author: Leland Michaels

11. My Way Out: New Help for Alcoholism October 14, 2008 For over twenty years, Roberta Jewell was a functioning alcoholic. A successful medical researcher and working mother, she fought a private battle, not knowing how to stop drinking-and not wanting to turn to traditional treatments for alcoholism. Ready to be rid of her demons once and for all, Jewell did what many said was impossible: she developed a highly effective at-home alcohol treatment program. Incorporating medication, hypnotherapy, herbal supplements, constant anonymous support, and a light exercise regimen, My Way Out has caught the public’s attention in a big way. The results spea... (read more) Author: Veronika Lazabal

12. What are the health effects of alcohol consumption? October 10, 2008 Short-term effects of alcohol use include: - Distorted vision, hearing, and coordination - altered perceptions and emotions - impaired judgment - bad breath; hangovers Alcohol abuse is a pattern of problem drinking that results in health consequences, social, problems, or both. However, alcohol dependence, or alcoholism, refers to a disease that is characterized by abnormal alcohol-seeking behavior that leads to impaired control over drinking. Long Term Effects: Some problems, like those mentioned above, can occur after drinking over a relatively short p... (read more) Author: Vojin Stanic

13. Recommendations to Recognize the Indicators of Alcoholism October 10, 2008 There are a number of tests and tools used to identify possible alcoholism symptoms. Many of these tools are self-administered or professionally administered questionnaires. These are designed to help the alcohol abuser identify his or her own symptoms of addiction. There are five major tests used by addiction counselors and alcohol abuse programs. These include the CAGE questionnaire, the Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire, the Michigan Alcohol Screening Test, the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test and the Paddington Alcohol Test. To learn more about each one, keep reading. ... (read more) Author: Trevor Price

14. How Can I Cut Down on Alcohol? September 29, 2008 When people drink too much, with time they risk becoming addicted to alcohol. This is called alcoholism, or alcohol dependence. It's a disease, and it can happen at any age. It may be hard to imagine why people with alcoholism can't just "use a little willpower" to stop drinking. But the addiction creates an uncontrollable need for alcohol. It can be as strong as the need for food and water. People may want to stop because they know that drinking harms their health and their loved ones. Some people are able to recover from alcoholism without help, many need assistance. With treatment and suppo... (read more) Author: Vojin Stanic

15. Getting over your Drug and Alcohol Addiction September 22, 2008 Drug and alcohol treatment centre programs offer the best solution for drug problems. Alcohol problems or chemical dependency recovery programs are coming up in a big way for their effectiveness and help. An alcoholism treatment center is the place where you can find solutions to alcohol problems or drug problems. There are several HMO-accepted drug rehab centers that offer economical rehab with most insurance accepted. Affordable rehabilitation is available at Riverside county drug help centre where residential treatment is available for patients. An effective drug treatment center can help y... (read more) Author: George Mathis

16. Stop Drinking Alcohol.. Alcoholism vs. Alcohol Abuse September 22, 2008 Many people believe the words alcoholism and alcohol abuse to be interchangeable when in fact they are two different terms. Alcoholism is a disease defined as the uncontrollable physical need and emotional dependence on alcohol. The person lacks the ability to refrain from alcohol even when the results of their drinking are detrimental to all aspects of their life such as their marriage, their job and their financial well being. Alcoholism is a chronic disease and can even become fatal if left untreated. Alcohol abuse is a less severe stage of drinking than alcoholism. The alcohol abuser ... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

17. Stop Drinking Advice - About Alcoholism September 17, 2008 When you see someone in the street drinking something out of a brown paper bag, you automatically assume that they are drinking alcohol, although it is difficult to pin point back to when it actually took off. We can though confirm that the ideology of alcoholism dates back to 1849 when Magnus Huss first linked the consumption of alcohol to serious health conditions. The word (alcoholism) came to be recognized in the United States with the founding and growth of a support group in 1939 called Alcoholics Anonymous, or 'AA.' Alcoholics Anonymous does not place a definition on alcoholism, bu... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

18. Objective of Drug Rehab Centers September 16, 2008 The main objective of drug rehab centers is to free you from the bondage of drug abuse and alcoholism. These centers help you to discover newer ways to live without the use of drugs and/or alcohol. Different drug rehab, alcohol rehab and dual diagnosis centers offer various types of addiction recovery programs to treat the disease. Here is some information that may help you for selecting the right drug rehab program or dual diagnosis treatment center. Consult a good addiction treatment specialist for finding a suitable dual diagnosis program or alcohol rehab. Doctors and drug rehab specia... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

19. Alcohol Abuse - A Slow Death September 17, 2008 A long time bad habit which has always been able to bring down the weakest is now having field day with modern society and it's a disease called alcoholism. We seem to suffer a lot more in today's competitive society and for those who just can't keep up, well it's just too easy to fall into the alcohol trap. More and more people seek an escape from these modern demands and pressures many times at the bottom of a bottle without the realization that this will only worsen the problems they are experiencing in their social life or workplace. Alcohol by nature acts as a depressant, which means... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

20. Quit Alcohol...How Alcohol Affects Your Family! September 12, 2008 Everyone knows your relationship with anyone should be well looked after and nurtured all the time, but when alcohol gets thrown into the mix it's a different ball game. It will and it does seriously jeopardize your healthy relationship with your family. Recent studies have shown that 95% of families who bring alcohol into a family relationship always end up with a dysfunctional family. Does this apply to you? You see once someone starts to bring alcohol into a family and they become dependant on it, no one really has spotted the problem because it's slowly crept up on them. Then when the... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

21. Stop Drinking Advice...Married to an Alcoholic? - 6 Steps to Helping Them Get Sober September 11, 2008 Are you married to an alcoholic? Is your husband/wife a different person when they drink? Are you tired of the Dr. Jeckyl and Mr. Hyde Behavior? Are you at your wits end and just can't take it anymore? What can you do?Stop trying to get your husband/wife to stop drinking. No matter how much you nag and complain at them to stop drinking, it is not going to do a bit of good. I know, it sounds backwards, but when you're emotionally stressed out, it will be more difficult to help your loved one. You have no verbal power over the alcoholic. What you do is have control over is your actions. Wha... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

22. Stop Drinking Alcohol - Preventing Alcohol Cravings September 09, 2008 While there are links between what you eat and your cravings for alcohol, it's important to put the food issues into context, because in some circumstances foods can do very little to help with alcohol withdrawal or alcohol avoidance. Other lifestyle changes, medical treatment, or therapeutic-dose dietary supplements are needed. There is a fairly large amount of research about the potential benefits of nutritional supplements during periods of alcohol withdrawal. The greatest focus here has been on the B-complex vitamins, although all of the major vitamins (vitamins A, C, D, and E in addi... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

23. Alcoholism Help - Ways To Cut Down On Your Alcohol September 08, 2008 You'll find that anyone who drinks heavy will at sometime in their life make a decision to cut down on their drinking or even quit it completely. But the big question they always ask themselves is HOW? Well let's start first on how cutting down or quitting alcohol can and will improve your life, your health and you'll begin to enjoy life again. You see, to cut down on your drinking or quit your drinking you need to have a goal to achieve. So if you want to, you're going to have to write down reasons for curbing your alcohol consumption. Here's a few examples which should help you; Are you... (read more) Author: Ed Philips

24. Reduce Your Alcohol Craving, Part 2 The Test September 04, 2008 Reduce Your Alcohol Cravings, Part 2 By: Doug Setter Article ID: 1317190 Article Submitted: July 10, 2008 Category: Self Improvement :: Addictions Article Word Count: 729 Why does a few drinks put some people into a party mood, some aggressive and others ready to sleep? One answer is individual body chemistry. According to Dr. Mathews Larsen there are six basic alcohol Bio Types. These Bio Types will produce distinct signs and symptoms according to a person's reaction to alcohol. To take the following test match up the capital letter with a number and then read the results ... (read more) Author: Doug Setter

25. What Your Health Divulges September 04, 2008 Good health will first and foremost bring color to the face, in the palm of the hand, beneath the nails and all parts of the body in general... Good health will first and foremost bring color to the face, in the palm of the hand, beneath the nails and all parts of the body in general. In light-skinned people, pink is the best color to be seen. Red shows excess and at times high blood pressure or alcoholism. White shows a lack of red corpuscles, poor circulation, kidney problems and coldness in the extremities. Yellow may indicate bile and other toxic substances in the blood and skin such ... (read more) Author: Joel Engel

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