Alcoholism and depression are two disorders often found co-occurring in individuals. The link between these conditions is well documented. Approximately one-third of people who struggle with major depression also have developed alcohol use disorder (AUD). When alcoholism and depression strike, it’s vital to find a mental health dual diagnosis treatment center to help you deal…
Maybe you’ve been hiding a drinking problem for a while. However, you don’t want to keep waking up to withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, you’re thinking of entering rehab. But what is the average length of an alcohol detox program? You will need to make time for addiction treatment to overcome this problem with alcohol. At Santé…
In our society, we are never far from a place that sells or serves alcohol. The availability of alcohol comes with consequences, especially those stemming from drinking and driving. The consequences of drinking and driving have a high price on individuals and society. It leads to lost productivity and potential and a higher cost to…
Many people who abuse drugs have their substance of choice. However, this doesn’t mean they only use that substance. Instead, it means an individual just prefers one particular drug. While they have a favorite, they may have no problems mixing various substances. This type of drug abuse poses additional issues. A typical combination is cocaine…
For those addicted to alcohol, quitting on their own is very difficult. Alcohol affects how the brain perceives pleasure and learns new things. When you become addicted to alcohol, your brain does too. How hard is it to quit drinking? It’s much more challenging if you try to do it independently. Luckily, Santé Center for…
Alcoholism is a serious issue that affects millions of people every year. It can be devastating not only to the person suffering from addiction but also to their families. Fortunately, there are many support systems available for those struggling with alcoholism and their families. One powerful form of support is family support, and this blog…
An alcohol use disorder can be easy to hide, especially for individuals who have been drinking and struggling with alcohol use disorder for some time. Individuals often overlook warning signs that someone has a dependency or addiction to alcohol because they don’t consider things like binge drinking to be dangerous. Yet this is a form…
Pregnancy has serious health effects. Women need to be especially careful about their own health and wellbeing during pregnancy because their fetus is highly susceptible to the impacts of any of the substances a mother takes. Whether prescription medication, natural supplements, or drugs and alcohol, the fetus is directly impacted. Therefore, when a mother struggles…
For decades, alcohol has been one of the most widely abused substances in Texas. Thousands of individuals across the state struggle with alcohol abuse. Because alcohol is legal and accessible, it presents a unique opportunity for abuse. However, many people don’t understand how their drinking impacts their health and the well-being of those around them.…
Like many people, maybe you think having one drink too many is just harmless fun. But is it? While drinking alcohol is widely accepted in society, there is such a thing as drinking too much. Sometimes, the result is a hangover; other times, it’s poisoning. However, many of us may be unable to identify if…