Through the rise and fall of trending drugs, alcohol addiction in Florida continues to be an ongoing issue. While a lot of time and resources are dedicated to the treatment of addiction from opioids and other “hard drugs”, alcohol addiction is a constant and looming threat to the community. Luckily, there are those out there […]
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When you think of dangerous drugs, alcohol likely isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Most people think of crack, heroin, or prescription painkillers. Because of widespread social acceptance in this country, drinking — and getting drunk — is often considered a largely harmless form of social recreation. But is it really? Could it […]
Did you know that a strong relationship exists between alcohol and cortisol? While having a drink may seem like a quick way to unwind, chronic alcohol use can disrupt the body’s delicate hormonal balance — especially when it comes to the adrenal glands. These small but powerful glands play a vital role in managing stress […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), binge drinking is the most common pattern of excessive alcohol use in the nation. Some people can have a drink or two and stop, while others can’t help but overindulge. So, why do some individuals binge drink? The answer may be in how their brains […]
