Over 625,000 veterans who are registered in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), are diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder (SUD) [1]. Typically heavy drinking and alcohol-related issues also tend to be seen in younger service members and those returning from deployments that involve combat regions. US military members have higher rates of mental health issues [...]
The military is known for substance abuse and uses due to the extreme stress of war, long work hours, and other factors. Alcohol is available on and off military bases, and typically a discount on military installations. Studies have found that service members who have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan and experienced combat, are at [...]
Treatment for alcohol dependence or alcoholism typically begins with detoxification, also known as alcohol detox, which is the complete cessation of alcohol consumption. Alcohol has consistently remained to be the most abused substance throughout history. Alcohol abuse, on varying levels of severity on the alcohol use disorder spectrum, affects around 10 percent of women and [...]
Beaches, warm weather, short and flip flops. This is what most people think of when they think of Florida. This state is becoming more popular for holistic addiction treatment centers. With the increase in the production of synthetic cannabinoids Florida has seen an increase in substance abuse, and drug and alcohol treatment [1]. Florida Treatment [...]
Most luxury alcohol rehab centers are thought of for celebrities and those who can financially afford it. With options being worldwide, these higher priced centers offer programs that are holistic, client focused, and an environment that helps clients stay motivated towards recovery. U.S. treatment Centers One such center is Aton Center in California. This center [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.