Seek 24-7 medical supervision during alcohol withdrawal for diagnosis and treatment of possible severe conditions. Treat ...
In-depth analysis of alcohol and what it can do to you. Plus, how to treat alcohol withdrawal and alcoholism.
How is alcohol abused?
Alcohol abuse = excessive drinking. More than one drink per day for women; more than two drinks daily for men. More here ...
Alcohol detox treatment
Detox from alcohol includes assessment for dependence, use of medications (when necessary) and medical supervision to ad ...
Alcohol withdrawal signs
Signs of alcohol withdrawal can include sweating, agitation, or irregular heartbeat. But what if alcohol withdrawal beco ...
Tolerance to alcohol
Those who become alcohol-tolerant require more alcohol to manifest the effects of drinking. The development of tolerance ...
Dependence on alcohol
Alcohol dependence manifests when the central nervous system adapts to the presence of alcohol in the body. People who a ...
How to tell if you’re an alcoholic
The best way to determine if you are alcoholic is to try to go without alcohol for 30 days. Abstaining for this long can ...
Does alcohol get you high?
Yes, alcohol can make you feel euphoric, or "high". Here, we review how alcohol works to get you high and how to identif ...
How long does alcohol last in the body?
One unit of alcohol stays for about 2 hours in the body after consumption. But can effects of alcohol linger? We review ...
Binge drinking among college students
Binge drinking is associated with a variety of health problems and is related to 1,800 student deaths and about 800K ass ...