alcohol withdrawal – Orlando Rehabs

How Does a Medical Detox Center Provide Alcohol Withdrawal Treatment?

As you contemplate putting down the bottle and getting help for your alcohol addiction, you need to invest some time understanding what obstacles you will be facing. Existing data makes it clear that the annual relapse rate for people with an alcohol addiction runs between 65% and 70%. These numbers are alarming. They point to the fact most people pursue recovery rather halfheartedly without a full understanding of what it’s going to take to arrest their addiction. One of the things we want you to consider is you will likely face some rather difficult times going through withdrawal. If you […]

Is Confusion a Serious Symptom of Alcohol Withdrawal?

If you have a problem with alcohol, you are not alone as more than 15 million Americans are struggling with an alcohol use disorder, according to a study published by globenewswire.com, one of the world’s largest newswire distribution networks. Even those who do not officially have an alcohol abuse disorder admit to binge drinking at least once per month, the study goes on to state. While more Americans are choosing to put alcohol abuse behind them, many are woefully unprepared for the severe withdrawal symptoms associated with detox. Although all of the withdrawal symptoms associated with alcohol cessation are taxing […]

Is Alcohol Withdrawal Brain Fog a Sign of Serious Illness?

Alcohol addiction causes disruption in body chemistry that affect both the body and the brain. When the alcohol is removed, your entire body will have to re-calibrate to function normally, without the chemical effects of alcohol. This process can often cause lingering brain fog and mental confusion that can sometimes be severe. However, over time, these symptoms disappear, and you will return to normal cognitive function. Here is a closer look at what happens to brain function during withdrawal and recovery from alcohol addiction. Effects of Alcohol Addiction on the Brain Chronic alcoholism affects the tissues throughout the body. When […]

Everything You Need to Know About Alcohol Withdrawal

Alcohol withdrawal is not only extremely painful and uncomfortable, but it can also be very dangerous without the help of a qualified addiction treatment center. Each year, many people want to get sober, but they can’t because the symptoms of withdrawal from alcohol are far too harsh. Due to some of the symptoms of withdrawal, there are those who pass away as a result. This is why it’s so crucial to go to a facility that can help you through the detox process so you can make it through as safe and comfortable as possible. By learning why alcohol dependence […]

What Are the First 72 Hours of Alcohol Withdrawal Like?

Although you have made the decision to break free of your alcohol addiction and may have even settled on a rehab facility to help you achieve sobriety, you may still have questions concerning the withdrawal process and what you can expect as you work toward leading an alcohol-free life. If so, this article may be of some interest to you. When it comes to alcohol cessation, the withdrawal symptoms will occur in three stages. And the intensity of those withdrawal symptoms is almost always predicated on how long you have been drinking. It is also important to note that the […]

Can Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms Be Permanently Disabling?

While alcohol abuse can have deadly consequences and is blamed for more than 2.8% of all U.S. fatalities, many people don’t realize it can produce other permanent consequences. As soon as you begin using alcohol, it goes to work on the cells in your brain. Alcohol acts as a depressant, affecting all areas of the brain as you consume it, which is why the effects are produced so quickly. While alcohol does produce the euphoric sensations that prompt continued use, it also affects brain functioning in other ways. Blurred vision, slower reaction times, and trouble walking are just a few […]

Why Are Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal So Serious?

Alcohol is one of the most destructive and dangerous substances people can consume. It seems relatively harmless because after all, it’s legal. But the ramifications of alcohol dependence are far-reaching and cannot only destroy lives but entire family units. When the damage from alcohol addiction becomes undeniable and things seemingly fall apart, it becomes more challenging to make the commitment to seek help. Yet this is when people need help the most, not only to have the emotional support needed to quit but also to safely detox. This is critical, as detoxing without medical assistance can cost you your life. […]

Is Detox with Suboxone Ever Dangerous?

According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), drug overdoses have claimed the lives of more 700,000 people between 1999 and 2017. Adding to that, more than 68 percent of all overdose deaths were the result of opioid abuse. The 2017 study conducted by the CDC also shows a significant uptick in overdose deaths related to prescription and street-level opioids, increasing by as much as six times since 1999. Lastly, and perhaps most alarming, the study revealed that more than 130 Americans die every day as a result of an opioid overdose. Statistical data aside, overcoming any form […]

When Do You Know Your Body Is Done Going Through Alcohol Detox?

Many people think of alcohol as a more or less benign substance. Alcohol is present at celebrations, restaurants, and even many family gatherings; it’s an accepted part of life for some people. However, that doesn’t mean it is harmless. In fact, alcohol produces some of the worst withdrawal symptoms of any substance, including hard drugs. And while some people can consume alcohol once in a while without becoming addicted, many others cannot moderate their use. Detoxing from alcohol is uncomfortable, and it can even be dangerous without proper medical supervision, but it is still possible. People make it through alcohol […]