Category Archives: Alcohol Addiction

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Victory: Essential Tips for Keeping Drug Addiction at Bay

Drug addiction is a challenging battle that affects millions of lives worldwide. As you navigate the complex landscape of substance abuse, it's crucial to understand the importance of keeping addiction at bay. Lifetime Recovery Center offers a beacon of hope for those seeking to overcome drug addiction, providing individualized treatment and support to help you reclaim control of your life....

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From Addiction to Admissions: Nathan’s Inspiring Recovery Journey

At Lifetime Recovery Center, we believe that every recovery journey has the power to inspire and uplift others, offering hope to those who may feel lost in the darkness of addiction. One such story is that of our Admissions Manager, Nathan, whose personal battle with addiction has shaped his life in unimaginable ways. Today, Nathan is at the forefront of...

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Alcohol Abuse in New Jersey: Anthony Hicks speaks with NJ 101.5

  Our very own CADC Intern, Anthony Hicks, had a chance to speak with NJ 101.5 on the prevalence of alcohol misuse in our community. Check out his take on the matter and helpful tips on how to identify and work through this challenging issue in the interview below!   One of the biggest problems that continues to plague the...

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Supporting a Friend or Family Member on Their Sober Journey

The Critical Role of Family & Friends in Sobriety & Addiction Treatment   The Road to Recovery: Understanding the Depth of Sobriety Sobriety, at its core, is a deeply personal journey of transformation, resilience, and self-discovery. Beyond abstaining from alcohol or drugs, it entails confronting past traumas, understanding triggers, and forging a new path of wellness. In the United States,...

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Breaking the Stigma: Redefining Sobriety on National Sober Day

Changing Lives Through Alcohol Addiction Awareness   Understanding Addiction: A Closer Look Addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue that affects millions of lives worldwide, not only the individuals struggling but also their family members. At Lifetime Recovery, we believe that knowledge is the first step towards change. On this National Sober Day, let's delve into the heart of the...

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The Importance of National Sober Day: Spreading Awareness and Support

Join Lifetime Recovery in Recognizing National Sober Day Understanding National Sober Day National Sober Day is a critical observance that sheds light on the journey of alcohol addiction treatment and recovery. Celebrated on September 14th each year, this day holds immense importance in the efforts to spread awareness about alcohol addiction and recovery options. At Lifetime Recovery, we are committed...

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What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Booze?

When you stop drinking booze after drinking in large quantities, your blood/breath alcohol content (BAC) will lower over time. But sometimes a person’s BAC remains so high it can lead to serious health repercussions, like alcohol poisoning, even as time goes on. Alcohol is a drug like any other, meaning you may develop alcohol dependence or alcohol addiction with consistent,...

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What are Alcohol Addiction Risk Factors?

According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 85.6 percent of people 18 and older reported that they drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime. 69.5 percent of people reported drinking alcohol in the last year and 54.9 percent reported drinking in the last month. While not every person who drinks is at risk of becoming...

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What does Xanax do to your body and brain?

The Toxic Side Effects of Mixing Xanax and Alcohol

Xanax® is a central nervous system depressant prescribed for anxiety disorder and panic disorder. Central nervous system depressants slow brain activity, producing a calming effect. The  generic name for Xanax is alprazolam. In the United States, it is the most commonly prescribed psychotropic medication, meaning medication that affects how the brain functions. Xanax is in the category of drugs called...

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Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Xanax

The effects of Xanax with alcohol are extremely dangerous and even fatal in some cases. For example, it is possible to die from a lethal dose of just one drug if mixed with another substance or medication like benzodiazepines (Xanax). This means mixing these two substances is highly discouraged.  Benzodiazepine prescriptions such as Xanax have many legitimate uses but also...

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