
What Are the Stages of Alcoholism?
Addiction, Alcohol, Treatment
Learn about the 3 stages of alcoholism, and how to stop progression of the disease.
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a common disease and remains the number one substance that people seek out treatment for. But before someone reaches the…

Insomnia and Alcohol Withdrawal
Addiction, AlcoholIs Insomnia a Side Effect of Alcoholism?
Insomnia and alcohol withdrawal are often linked. Learn about insomnia and other alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
Alcohol detox can cause a medley of withdrawal symptoms, with insomnia being one of them.…

My Husband is Depressed and Drinking
Addiction, Alcohol, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthLiving With Depressed Alcoholic Husband
What can you do when you realize, “My husband is depressed and drinking.” How can you get him the help he needs? Read on to learn more.
Yes, men get depressed, too. That may come as a surprise, as…

Functional Alcoholics and Codependent Wives
Addiction, Alcohol, Couples, TreatmentWhat Does Codependency Mean in Alcoholism?
Like peanut butter and jelly, functional alcoholics and codependent wives tend to go together. Learn how to spot this dysfunction and get help.
Can it be that the wife of an alcoholic can become…

Living With An Alcoholic
Addiction, Alcohol, Family, Mental Health, TreatmentHow to Handle Living With an Alcoholic
If you have been living with an alcoholic, you have been suffering right along with them.
When someone you love has developed an alcohol use disorder you have likely been drawn into its vortex. In fact,…

What are Alcohol Allergy Symptoms?
Addiction, Alcohol, TreatmentSome people have a sudden adverse reaction after drinking alcohol. Learn why.
An alcohol allergy is a rare event where you have sudden symptoms that occur. These can happen when you drink even a small amount of alcohol. A true alcohol allergy…

Hiding My Depression By Drinking
Addiction, Alcohol, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, TreatmentThe Link Between Alcohol Abuse And Depression
Depression symptoms are very hard to endure. Someone who struggles with this mood disorder knows all too well how much they just want to feel normal again. You drag yourself through the days, stuck…

What to do About an Angry Alcoholic Husband
Addiction, Alcohol, TreatmentHow To Deal With An Angry Drunk Spouse?
Alcoholism can have terrible effects on a marriage. Spouses who deal with alcohol abuse in the home know how this can harm the marriage. An alcohol problem can impact all aspects of home life. Problems…

Do I have Alcohol Poisoning or a Bad Hang Over
Addiction, Alcohol, DetoxIt is Important to Know the Difference Between a Bad Hangover and Alcohol Poisoning
A night of excess drinking will cause you to wake up feeling very sick in the morning. The strength of the hangover will be based on the amount of alcohol that…

Why Are Alcoholics So Mean to the Ones They Love?
Addiction, Alcohol, Detox, Recovery, RehabAlcohol Can Unleash Angry Emotions or Abuse
The relationship between alcoholism and anger is legendary. Alcohol abuse can instill a false sense of power that often results in angry outbursts. Being at the wrong end of these outbursts can be…