Regularly drinking too much alcohol may indicate alcohol abuse or the chronic disease alcoholism, also called alcohol dependence. Alcohol abusers can control their drinking while alcoholics cannot, but both types of heavy drinkers may require...
Substance abuse and chemical dependency can have a devastating effect on the individual and the family. Often the individual enters a rehab facility, where he undergoes some form of treatment, and leaves only to return a few months later....
Alcoholism, or alcohol dependency, occurs when consumption of alcohol interferes with daily responsibilities at home and work, and negatively affects personal relationships, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In...
According to Harvard Health Publication, opiate dependence is second only to alcohol as the most commonly abused substance throughout human history. Though some become dependent on opiates as a result of prescribed pain solutions, others become...
Alcoholism affects 17.6 million Americans, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Symptoms include craving, dependence, tolerance and loss of control. There are several types of treatment for alcohol addiction.
People who want to quit smoking and escape their nicotine dependence have a variety of treatments available. People should not worry if they cannot quit on their first attempt. Many smokers have made several attempts before becoming successful at...
All opiates belong to a group of drugs called narcotics. These are sedative, addictive substances that are mainly used for the treatment of pain and illegal consumption. Overcoming dependence to any opiate is mostly a matter of making it through...
In a 2006 report, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA, said 47 percent of all patients in treatment for substance abuse abused multiple substances. Treatment for alcohol abuse combined with psychostimulant...
There are a wide variety of treatment approaches for alcohol and drug dependence, each of which can be effective for different people. People looking for a program for substance abuse should find a treatment center that offers an approach best...
There are 103 possible causes of dark circles under the eyes. A link to a list of them is provided in the Resources section below. Dark circles can be a physical manifestation of all sorts of ailments. It can also be the result of a reaction to an...
If you have delayed sleep phase syndrome, you know what it's like to toss and turn while wide awake at night when all you what do is sleep. You know how hard, and sometimes impossible, it is to wake up early in the morning after such few hours of...
Adolescents who consume illicit drugs, cigarettes and alcohol have lower self-esteem, a more liberal attitude toward and greater knowledge of these substances compared to adolescents who do not use these substances, according to a study published...
Knee and leg swelling are symptoms that either the muscles, tendons, ligaments or skeletal system involving the knee or leg is injured. Treatment is dependent on the cause of the swelling. According to the MayClinic.com, you can treat minor...
Metformin is the generic name for the type 2 diabetes medication known by a number of brand names, including Glucophage, Riomet and Fortamet. Metformin decreases the amount of circulating blood glucose, decreases the chance of diabetes...
Most people would agree that there are few things more annoying than not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep at night. According to the Mayo Clinic, insomnia affects more than one-third of adults sometime in their lives. Of those people,...
Bell's palsy, also known as facial paralysis, is a condition affecting the facial nerve on one side of the face. As the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery explains, the facial nerve comprises approximately 7,000 nerve fibers...
In 2006, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported that 23.6 million Americans ages 12 and older had a substance or alcohol problem. Out of the 2.5 million who sought treatment at a specialty facility, 40 percent received help for...
Men experience hair growth in a variety of areas including the back, chest, arms, legs and pubic region. Getting rid of this unwanted hair is stressful for some men. When the area is shaved, results last as little as one to three days, according...
Cancer and its treatment can be overwhelming, and having another person around to provide care and support is invaluable. Being a caregiver for a cancer patient is demanding and multi-faceted, and can be stressful in itself. Taking care of both...
Life expectancy for breast cancer is hard to determine, as it depends on the individual patient. The stage of breast cancer, treatment received and presence of metastases determine the patient's life expectancy. The life expectancy drops as the...
You can fade bemishes resulting from sun exposure, aging or acne using a variety of treatments. The amount of fading will depend on the treatment as well as the amount of blemishes. Several weeks of treatment are usually necessary to see results....
Radiation treatment is the controlled deliverance of high doses of x-ray beams to the site of a cancerous lesion. The energy beams are sent from a device called a linear accelerator to the patient's body. Precise delivery of the dose of radiation...
Removing body hair could be a daily chore for some, depending on your genetics and your ethnic background. Costs are determined by many factors such as the region of the body hair, the thickness, and the method of treatment that you choose. Of...
Insulin, a protein hormone secreted by the pancreas, promotes the entry of glucose into tissues as the body's primary energy source. Insulin encourages the liver to store glucose as glycogen, a form of starch. The result of insulin production...
Functional exercises are part of a home exercise plan. You should do the exercises several times a week for maximal benefits. According to a study by Carl Mattacola and Maureen Dwyer published in the "Journal of Athletic Training," functional...
Many methods have been tried to offer the best option for skin rejuvenation with as few negative side effects as possible. Some techniques are more aggressive and offer a quick result, while other techniques are less abrasive initially and offer...
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, NIAAA, reports that one in 13 adults in America---nearly 14 million people---either abuse alcohol or are alcohol dependent. Several million more drink in a way that puts them at risk for...
Tendinitis, or tendonitis, is the inflammation of a tendon. It is more commonly known as tennis elbow, but it can impact any tendon in your body as a result of overuse or an injury. Treatments are available to alleviate pain associated with...
Jaundice is a condition that causes the skin and eyes to become discolored, turning a noticeable shade of yellow. While many people correlate jaundice with newborns, it can also occur in adults. Jaundice is a result of excess bilirubin in the...
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