The human brain is a marvel of evolution, complete with intricate systems designed to promote survival and well-being. Perhaps the most celebrated of these is the reward system, a complex network that reinforces behaviors critical to our existence, such as eating,...
The way that alcoholism is presented in the media is often misleading. People assume that alcoholics are unable to hold down a job or carry out even the most basic of responsibilities. For some alcoholics, that is the reality and their addiction gets in the way of...
What makes alcohol addictive? Unlike other substances with a high abuse rate, alcohol does not carry the same stigma in our society as other drugs. In fact, alcohol seems ever-present in modern-day America. In 2019, it was reported that over 85% of people over the...
Alcohol consumption plays various roles in different socio-cultural settings worldwide. In 2020 alone, alcoholic beverage production on the global market hit $1.49 trillion. Meanwhile, in tandem with these high figures is the impact on human life. The US records...
Addiction comes with a lot of shame and many of those who are addicted to alcohol wish that they could stop drinking. Others refuse to go to rehab believing that they can stop drinking any time they wish to without medical assistance. As a premier drug and alcohol...
The impact of alcohol on your body begins from the first sip. Although an occasional glass doesn't pose much concern, cumulative drinking of beer, spirits, or wine can take a toll on your body. Research has shown that approximately 13% of Americans experience some...
Many alcoholics we know seem to experience a rebound effect when they quit drinking. They might feel better for the first few days and then back again, or they may be able to take it or leave it. The problem is that when people do not drink, their body still craves...
As per the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 85.6% of adults in America reported drinking alcohol at a point in their lifetime. Indeed, it isn't uncommon to drink a glass of wine now and then with dinner or at a social function. After-work beers with...
Addiction, whether to alcohol or drugs is a growing problem in Kentucky, including in Louisville. If you’re a resident of Louisville searching for an alcohol and drug rehab, know that you’re not alone. While addiction can feel overwhelming and isolating, it is a...
