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…
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…
In regards to mind-altering substances, few are as widely recognized as alcohol. Its widespread usage can be attributed to the fact that, while many mind-altering substances are illegal, alcohol is not. But that is not to say that alcohol doesn’t come with the same dangers. Addiction to alcohol, or alcohol use disorder, can be just…
An alcohol use disorder is a disorder that describes the correlation between excessive drinking and the negative consequences excessive drinking may incur. Often, those suffering from this disorder will continue to drink despite the results and is unsuccessful in their attempts to limit their drinking. In these instances, it is important to consider medical detox.…
Life is full of trials and tribulations. Many obstacles can be overcome through determination and hard work, but these moments take a toll on the body. This toll will often manifest physically or psychologically, straining a person’s ability to cope appropriately with such an event. That is why it is essential to have effective coping…
Alcohol is part of almost every aspect of our society, and unfortunately, many people’s occasional use of alcohol spirals downward into an alcohol use disorder (AUD). Once someone has developed an addiction to alcohol, it can feel as though they can’t live without drinking every day. Some of these people with an alcohol use disorder…
One of the most widespread yet devastating issues in today’s society, alcohol dependence affects people from all walks of life. Although it is similar to alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction, there are also some crucial differences. Santé Center for Healing can help you distinguish what form of substance use disorder is affecting you or someone…