If you’re struggling with an addiction to alcohol, you’re certainly not alone. Many people deal with addiction issues, and alcohol is a commonly abused substance. If you’re curious about the most common types of alcohol abused, or you just need to get quality treatment for your concerns, Wellness Counseling and Residential Detox’s alcohol detox program…
Have you ever been around someone that makes you so uncomfortable or angry that you feel the need to use drugs or alcohol to just deal with them? That is a trigger. Common addiction triggers put those with substance use disorder at risk of using again. It is important to address and label what your…
Stress can be overwhelming at times. While everyone may deal with deadlines and arguments with spouses from time to time, high-stress levels and addiction relapse are something more. If you have stopped using drugs, been through treatment, and are facing stress now, it may be time to seek out additional help. Wellness Counseling and Residential…
Why is drinking and social media use a bad thing? It may not be for everyone. For some, the use of social media can encourage alcohol consumption beyond what is considered a safe level. While no amount of alcohol is considered safe for eliminating the risk of alcoholism, there are many who find themselves spurred…
A glass of wine after a long day of struggling with the kids seems like a logical step. You need that glass of wine to ease your mind and help you relax. This is what wine mom culture is. It is a social media trend in which moms seem to bond over the use of…
There are dangers when any two drugs are combined and used at the same time. Benzos and alcohol are two of the most worrisome, and yet it happens often. Alcohol is not always seen as a drug itself, but it does impact your brain’s function and adds toxicity to your body. For those reasons, it’s…
Mixing substances, such as mixing cocaine, heroin, or benzos with alcohol or other drugs, is a very dangerous situation. The dangers of mixing substances depend on many factors including the types of drugs used, the amounts used, and your history of drug abuse. Yet, in every case, there is the risk of sudden death and…
Have you heard about people using more than one drug to achieve a desired high? This is polysubstance abuse. If you are thinking about mixing drugs to reach the desired outcome, recognize, too, that this is a very dangerous process. At Wellness Counseling and Residential Detox, we provide you with the tools and resources to…
If you’re struggling with the signs of alcohol addiction, you should know that you’re not alone. A lot of people experience these issues, and there’s help to get you back on the road to recovery. You don’t have to deal with it all alone, or struggle without getting the help you need. At Wellness Counseling…
Another term related to alcoholism or alcohol abuse is alcohol use disorder. Treatment specialists use this term in reference to addiction being understood and widely accepted as a chronic disease. Alcohol use disorder treatment combines both evidence-based and holistic therapy to address the disease and help the client pursue lifelong recovery. Treatment may include an…