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.…
Alcohol is a major part of daily life in the United States and around the world. As a part of social life, it’s difficult to know when drinking turns into an addiction. Alcohol is easy to get and often hard to avoid in social situations. For many, social drinking can quickly turn into habitual drinking…
Many people who struggle with alcohol don’t even know they have a problem. When they do know, the problem is often quite advanced. However, knowing the signs of alcoholism can help in identifying the issue in yourself or your loved one. Understanding the signs of alcohol abuse makes finding treatment that much easier. Santé Center…
When people have been abusing alcohol for a long time, they routinely develop a dependence or addiction to it. This means that alcohol has altered their brain chemistry, making it necessary for them to drink to function normally. That’s when an alcohol detox program becomes necessary. Addiction isn’t necessarily about wanting a “high.” It certainly…
Living sober during the holidays can seem like a challenge. Actually, a very big challenge. There may be a lot of times during the holidays when you used to spend time with friends enjoying a few drinks or even a glass of wine. Now, all that has changed. To remain sober, you can’t continue that…
A substance use disorder or addiction to drugs or alcohol takes a toll on the body. Dependency occurs when a person’s brain chemistry is altered due to drugs or alcohol. When this happens, the first step in healing and recovering is usually addiction detox services. If you’re considering rehab for a problem with alcohol, you’re…
You’ve been hiding a drinking problem for a while now. However, you don’t want to keep waking up to withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, you’re thinking of entering rehab. But, how long does alcohol detox take? At Santé Center for Healing, our experienced team of alcohol addiction rehab professionals can guide you through the detox process. We…