Americans consume copious amounts of drinks on St. Patrick’s Day. A recent survey from American Addiction Centers puts the celebration of all things Irish third behind Mardi Gras and New Year’s Eve among the booziest U.S. holidays. If you feel that binge drinking is a problem on holidays or any other day, the Atlanta Detox Center in…
Binge drinking and prolonged exposure of your body to alcohol abuse can change behaviors, moods, and physical body functioning. So, is alcohol a depressant? Yes, it is. If you or a loved one are beginning to feel dependent on alcohol, it may be time to reach out to Atlanta Detox Center to begin exploring recovery…
If you’ve ever had too much to drink, you know what it feels like to have a hangover. Most people can tolerate this occasionally. But problem drinkers experience it all the time, and it’s not so much just a physiological reaction. They are experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms triggered by a change in brain chemistry. Repeated…
Alcoholism takes on many forms, so not everyone fits the typical stereotypes of an alcoholic. That leads many people to wonder, “Am I an alcoholic?” This question is common if a few drinks lead to many more than you can remember. In this guide, Atlanta Detox Center is helping you answer that question by outlining…