How to Fill Your Time Sober in QuarantineAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Mental Health TreatmentBy Lucida TreatmentJune 15, 2020Leave a commentAs we all struggle with the new normal that we must adapt to during this pandemic, that means coming to grips with shutdowns and social distancing. Those who are in recovery might be finding these uncertain times even more challenging. Not only do you have to adapt to these changes quickly, but it also means…
Staying Sober During CoronavirusAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentJune 1, 2020Leave a commentUnder normal circumstances, staying sober is challenging. Now, with the social distancing guidelines and other restrictions in place due to coronavirus, things are further complicated. Staying sober during coronavirus means that it is more challenging to access recovery meetings and other support. Lucida Treatment Center is here to help you with ways you can stay…
Do You Realize How Much You Drink and What The Cost Of Drinking Is?Alcohol AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentMay 20, 2020One out of every five adults drinks too much. This can lead to serious problems down the road with alcohol abuse and addiction. Binge drinking is a nationwide problem. The definition of binge drinking is having four or more consecutive drinks for a woman and five or more for a man. The statistics show that…
Women and Drinking: Know the Health RisksAlcohol AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentMay 6, 2020If you are a woman and you drink alcohol, you need to know some important facts about women and drinking. Women are at a greater risk for both mental health and physical health problems from drinking. Women should drink less than men because they metabolize alcohol more slowly. Additionally, women are triggered by different factors…
Do Alcoholism’s Effects Vary With Age?Alcohol Addiction, Substance Abuse, Substance Addiction, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentApril 30, 2020Alcoholism is a diagnosable form of alcohol use disorder. This condition includes both a physical dependence on alcohol and a pattern of drinking. Some people develop alcoholism-related symptoms at a relatively early age. However, others develop them in middle age or later in life. Alcoholism onset has a large effect on the mental, physical, and…
Why Do I Need Alcohol Abuse Counseling?Alcohol Addiction, Alcoholism, Recovery, Therapy ServicesBy Lucida TreatmentApril 10, 2020Leave a commentIf you are asking yourself “why do I need alcohol abuse counseling?”, you are not alone. Many people who are struggling with alcoholism do not realize the seriousness of the issues that they are facing. But those issues will take a toll on their health and life, as well as their career and family. Over…
Tried And True: How Does AA Help?Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, AlcoholismBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 27, 2020Leave a commentAA or Alcoholics Anonymous has been around for quite some time. People in and out of alcohol and substance abuse treatment spheres have heard about AA in some form or another. It is not easy to determine the overall success rate of AA because it is generally used with other treatment modalities. It was started…
Are You Or A Loved One A Functioning Alcoholic?Alcohol Addiction, AlcoholismBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 2, 2020Leave a commentMany times alcoholism creeps up on the abuser. If you are astute, you can be on the lookout for the signs of a functioning alcoholic. If you have started to experience some signs listed below then you should consult with a professional. Alcoholism has both negative social, and physiological effects. Contacting Lucida Treatment Center in…
Divorce and Drinking ProblemsAddiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, AlcoholismBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 10, 2020Divorce and Drinking Problems Heavy drinking takes a toll on individuals and relationships. As drinking becomes prioritized over responsibilities, employment and financial difficulties arise. In addition, alcohol use disorders are associated with a higher risk of developing depression, and the individual may experience sadness, loneliness, and feelings of hopelessness. Problem drinkers may find that their…
Mislabeled AlcoholAlcohol Addiction, Alcoholism, Preventative MedicineBy Lucida TreatmentFebruary 9, 2020Mislabeled Alcohol How many Americans read the calorie label on their soda can, or the ingredient label on their food products? What if those labels turned out to be untrustworthy? A government agency recently found that many alcohol manufacturers are mislabeling alcohol content. What’s On An Alcohol Label? In the United States, the government requires…
