How to Celebrate without Drinking Alcohol

Celebrations, parties and social events can be challenging times for a recovering alcoholic. Many social gatherings and celebrations will involve alcohol. Well-meaning people who are not aware of your addiction and your ongoing efforts to remain sober may encourage you to drink or question your decision not to. If you are new to recovery and [...]

Am I a Functional Alcoholic?

A functional alcoholic is someone who is physically addicted to alcohol but still manages to lead a somewhat normal life. Functional alcoholics will work, pay their bills and complete personal and professional obligations. Friends and relatives may not notice any problematic behavior. Employers may be satisfied with the person’s work. Even if the functional alcoholic [...]

Why Is Alcohol Called a Depressant?

Alcohol is a depressant which is a class of drugs that inhibit the function of the central nervous system (CNS). In doing so both physical and psychological activity are impaired. CNS depressants like alcohol reduce brain activity and awareness by blocking messages from nerve receptors to the brain; this changes a person’s judgments, perceptions, movements, [...]

Can I Avoid Jail for a DUI?

If you have been arrested or are facing sentencing for driving under the influence, there is a chance you may be able to avoid jail time for a DUI. While you must contact your lawyer to find out the best solutions for your particular situation, there are alternative sentencing options you may want to discuss [...]

Does Drinking Cause Depression?

You may have found that you are more depressed when you drink alcohol. In fact, many people experience greater depression after drinking alcohol, while other people drink because they are depressed. There is a link between drinking and depression. If you are considering seeking help for drinking or depression, you might want to learn more [...]

When Does Drinking Become a Drinking Problem?

Alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream through the stomach and small intestine. The liver breaks it down, and it is eventually released out of the body. The more alcohol someone drinks the more it slows down the brain’s reaction times, muscle coordination and reflexes. Alcohol is addictive, and it creates dependence within the brain and [...]

Can I Overcome Alcoholism on My Own?

Alcohol addiction treatment is not easy and few go to a California alcohol rehab with excitement. It will take work, be uncomfortable physically and emotionally and demand a great deal of time and honesty in order to be effective. Many hope that breaking free from alcoholism is as simple as making the decision not to [...]

When Is It Time for Help?

You can buy alcohol in California at every liquor store, grocery store, restaurant and drug store that has a license to sell it. It’s served at dinner, after dinner, at sporting events, at parties and clubs. You can even buy a beer at children’s restaurants. All this means that it can be difficult to tell [...]