When detoxing from alcohol, most people are focused on the physical distress they might experience. However, alcohol withdrawal and night terrors are closely associated and impact several during the detox period. As children, we experience our first nightmares. In some cases, they may stay with us...
Alcohol post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS) is the recurrence of withdrawal symptoms for months—or even years—after alcohol detox. Acute withdrawal symptoms are usually physical symptoms that last about a week or two during detox. As your symptoms peak during the acute phase of withdrawal, you might...
Any type of alcohol use, from moderate to heavy, has an effect on our bodies and our brains. It’s important to understand that heavy alcohol use causes damage to body organs and, most importantly, to the brain. Before understanding how alcohol affects our memory, we...
Note: Detoxing from alcohol at home can be physically dangerous. Do not attempt alcohol detox at home without the assistance of a trained medical professional. Many people who are addicted really want to stop drinking, but they’re not sure how to do it. Heavy drinkers can...