Alcohol abuse has long been a topic of concern and discussion among various religions, health practitioners, philosophers, and societies. In our modern world, there are still ongoing debates and differing opinions about the classification and definition of alcoholism. Let’s take a compassionate and understanding look at the situation: From a medical perspective, alcoholism is considered…
Addiction to alcohol is a widespread problem across the world, and South Africa is not an exception to this trend. Alcohol consumption is still one of the leading causes of death and disease in this country, despite the efforts that have been made to reduce it. An individual’s physical health, relationships, and performance at work…
Cardiomyopathy is a condition that affects the heart muscles and makes it more difficult for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Abuse of alcohol is a common cause of cardiomyopathy and can result in life-threatening complications such as heart failure, arrhythmia, and stroke. However, it is possible to treat alcohol-induced cardiomyopathy with the…
17 Characteristics That May Indicate That You Are Now an Adult Child of an Alcoholic. The term “Adult Children of Alcoholics” (also known as ACoA or ACA) refers to individuals, usually over 18 years old, who grew up with at least one parent whose severe, repetitive alcohol use disorder disrupted their lives and emotionally influenced…
Alcohol has been socially acceptable in most cultures around the globe for centuries. Although it is mostly used in moderation, the prevailing alcohol usage is still very high and has very harmful consequences for society. Efforts to abolish it have not been successful. It is, however, a substance which is controlled and monitored by authorities…
How to Manage Alcoholic Neuropathy and Overcome Addiction LET’S GET STARTED What is alcoholic neuropathy? You are most likely already aware of the effects that excess drinking can have on one’s general health. However one of the most common and yet least understood effects of heavy alcohol consumption is a condition known as alcoholic neuropathy.…
Understanding Alcohol Addiction Alcoholism can be beaten. Find new hope in highly effective and focused alcoholic rehabilitation programmes by Recovery Direct – South Africa. Help with alcohol addiction If you are unsure about whether you or someone you care about has developed an alcohol problem requiring treatment, please contact us for a clarifying conversation, either…
There is a fine line between alcohol use, alcohol use disorder and alcohol addiction and even in the case of addiction, high-functioning people with alcohol use disorders appear to have it all together until their alcohol use has serious physical and side psychological effects on them. It’s become ‘normal’ to have that after work glass of…
South Africa’s Best Drug & Alcohol Therapy Centres Alcohol and drugs are often discussed separately. However, both are mind and body altering substances. The main distinguishing feature of alcohol is that, in contrast to illegal drugs, it is socially acceptable and legal in most countries. Alcohol and drug addiction are behaviours-related disorder caused by inabilities…
I wish I had learned the following information years ago, or had at least been more mindful of it. While I do believe it is common knowledge that alcohol is not particularly good for us, I don’t believe very many of us know just how bad it is. I myself was shocked to learn that…