When I stopped drinking, not only did my recovery dictate that I needed lots of time to myself, lots of self-care, and lots of nights in, I discovered that I was, in fact, someone who relishes in alone time. I recharge when I’m by myself, and I deplete when I’m with others—especially big groups. The […]
This might mean you need to use a more gradual taper, reducing by smaller amounts like 10% or even 5%. Antidepressants usually need to be taken for at least 6 months after your symptoms have gone away. People with severe or recurring mental illness might need to take antidepressants for longer. If you think you […]
Erectile dysfunction (ED) occurs when someone with a penis can’t have or maintain an erection. The condition affects around a third of men, according to research from 2018. It’s worth noting that some ED medications have different onset times in different people. How long these medications are effective also varies in individuals. Avanafil is currently […]
Side effects of L-arginine may include nausea, stomach cramps, low blood pressure, and increased blood sugar levels. ED can also happen due to stress, relationship factors, or emotional factors, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Mental health treatments and relationship counseling can help. While this may be a physical health condition in older males, younger […]
How can you tell the signs and symptoms of drug use and drug addiction? The following outlines some of the physical and also behavioral signs that someone could be using drugs. Drug addiction, or substance use disorder (SUD), is when someone continues using a drug despite harmful consequences to their daily functioning, relationships, or health. […]
Many low-cost programs are looking for residents who can show commitment to their recovery. Searching for addiction treatment or recovery housing can feel overwhelming; however, there are several resources to help you find the appropriate care and support. Before entering a sober living environment, a person will most likely be tested to ensure they are […]
Readers discuss reports of a decline in deaths in the U.S. but a rise in Baltimore. Her team also has found that reduced myelin plasticity contributes to «chemo-fog,» the cognitive impairments that often follow cancer treatment. «So little can make such a big difference in conduction velocity and the synchronicity of the circuit.» Even a […]
A review of PTSD and alcohol abuse statistics indicate that nearly 28 percent of women diagnosed with PTSD report concerns about alcohol abuse and dependence. The National Center for PTSD estimates as many as 75 percent of trauma survivors experience an alcohol use disorder. As many as 55% of women and 38% of men in the military have […]
Content PTSD UK Blog PTSD and Alcohol in Veterans Data screening What is stress? What is trauma? Integrated Behavioral Treatments Medications targeting PTSD There was a significant difference in completion rate between medication groups, such that the desipramine-treated individuals had better retention than the paroxetine-treated participants (65.2% vs 36.5%) and there was significantly better medication […]
Whether it’s returning to school, finding a job, or traveling, these goals can be extraordinary motivators and reminders of why recovery is worth it. “We turn parents away for lack of space,” said Suleiman Turay, a local football coach who helped launch the center. “The people in the community cooperate and help in their own […]