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Alcoholism and Women – The Hidden Disease
On this Mother’s Day, ABC News 20/20 interviews The Orchid Recovery Center and looks at the darker side of an illness shrouded in shame and secrecy. – On Friday April 30th, just in time for this Mother’s Day, the Orchid Recovery Center will be featured on ABC News 20/20 as part of a news story….
Why Choose Inpatient Treatment Centers?
According to studies, inpatient treatment centers provide the most effective means of treatment for addiction. Statistics show that the longer a patient remains in inpatient treatment, the longer the patient will remain abstinent from drugs. Inpatient treatment centers are safe and effective. When you decide that it’s time to get help for your addiction, you’ll….
Alcoholism among older people may be overlooked
As people age, they may tend to mix alcohol with prescription drugs. Disaster can ensue. Research suggests alcoholism among the elderly may not be diagnosed or is simply overlooked. Todd Wagner, clinical director at Blue Mountain Counseling in Dayton, said alcoholism among seniors is a growing problem, often going unnoticed. Maybe providers aren’t asking seniors….
Find out if you’re an alcoholic
Do you have a problem with alcohol? Are you worried that you or someone you love may have a problem with their alcohol consumption? Take this simple yes or no quiz that was created by the Royal College of Psychiatrists to find out if you have a problem with alcohol. Do you ever worry that….
Tips for Staying Sober After Alcohol Treatment
Once you complete treatment at an alcohol treatment center you will be faced with the next challenge—staying sober after alcohol treatment. While you may think it will be easy to stay sober after alcohol treatment, for many, staying sober is a difficult and long road. It’s not that you are still physically addicted, just that….