A new study finds even a single dose of alcohol can alter the brain New year – time for resolutions Resolutions aimed at altering behaviour are again being discussed as…
Category: Alcohol
Are You in Control?
Loss of control in alcoholism It is said, if you are trying to control your drinking, you have already lost control! As the alcoholic progressively loses control over his drinking,…
Alcohol causes damage to the brain
Type or amount doesn’t matter, finds a study According to a new study, drinking alcohol at any level is not safe. Poor brain health is connected to increased consumption of…
Is Alcoholism Hereditary?
What scientific evidence says about the genetic factors Accumulated evidence indicates that alcoholism is hereditary. However, professionals and researchers are often reluctant to accept heredity as a significant cause of…
Does AA Help the Alcoholic?
Pros and cons of the 12 Step program Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is far and away the most effective program in the world for helping alcoholics stay sober. Helping alcoholics to…
How Do You Define Alcoholism?
Different terms lead to more confusion There are no universally accepted definitions in the alcoholism field. Each of us has his private view and personal meaning attached to the words…
Home Detox Programme
Many people would prefer to be treated at home for any illness and we know that this is particularly true of people…