Ed Philips's Articles Display Category|Title|Newest|Oldest Willingness to Stop Drinking How a person can stop drinking largely depends on their ability to recognize that a problem exists. Once that occurs they must then focus on several key factors, which over time, will help the alcoholic develop the coping skills needed to make it through recovery and into permanent sobriety. The key factors to be recognized are as follows; honesty, prayer, willingness, sincerity, forgiveness and tolerance. Alcohol Abuse and the Resulting Brain Damage Brain imaging studies have proven that long term alcohol abuse can physically shrink the parts of the brain that control learning and memory. This shrinkage is greatest in the cortex of the frontal lobe which is the center of higher intellectual functions and naturally this shrinkage will grow with age and continued alcohol use. The first noticeable sign of damage from alcohol is short-term memory loss. What to Expect from Alcohol Withdrawal Lets discuss what to expect when the decision is made to stop drinking alcohol. Many people make this step in the right direction, not understanding that the body will take some time to readjust to functioning without drinking. How to Self-Test for Breath Alcohol To estimate of your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) a breath alcohol test is given. The breath alcohol test measures the amount of alcohol in the air that you breathe out or exhale. There is a simple hand held device that allows you to measure your own breath alcohol level. If the device is calibrated correctly and used according to the manufacturer's directions, it will give you an accurate estimate of your blood alcohol level. This personal device is similar to, although not as precise as, the type of test given by police for suspected drunk drivers. Alcohol and Cancer vs. Smoking Dangers Some basic facts concerning alcoholism include: the disease afflicts nearly 14 million people nationwide, or nearly one in every 10 adults; it kills nearly 20,000 Americans each year, both directly and as a result of alcohol-related incidents and conditions. Facing Up To Alcohol Abuse Abusing alcohol and other substances is a big problem out there and if you are one of them then I am afraid that you are suffering from substance abuse. It is an expensive problem in more ways than one as it also effects family, friends and work colleagues. The latest statistics show that substance abuse causes an amazing 100,000 deaths per year and that's just in the US and Canada. Confronting An Alcoholic Confronting an alcoholic is a difficult task. Never attempt a confrontation while the drinker is under the influence of alcohol, only approach the alcoholic while sober and clear headed. Sometimes referred to as an intervention, the choice to confront an alcoholic should be in accordance to guidelines set forth by those educated in the field such as Al-Anon, the support group for the family members of alcoholics. Always consult the individual's doctor or an alcohol disorder specialist before intervening to establish how to confront the alcoholic. Keep the following nine helpful tips in mind when preparing for an intervention. Using Naltrexone for alcohol abuse and dependence Treatment for alcohol dependence includes education and support to stop drinking, medicines to reduce withdrawal symptoms and stop alcohol cravings, and professional counseling to work through relationship issues, but now there is also a drug. A brand name chemical named ReVia [formerly called Trexan], Vivitrolnaltrexone. Vivitrol is taken as a shot (injection) into a muscle (intramuscular) once a month. Naltrexone is also available in pill form. Just Why Do People Drink And How To Say No People tend to begin drinking for a number of reasons, but the most common one of all is just to socialise. Drinking practise will normally start while at high school or university but for some unknown reason continues on into our adult lives as we surround ourselves by other drinkers, but sadly the real root causes of drinking go much deeper. Alcoholics Anonymous: A God Send Today's society is really hard hit by the effects of the disease known as alcoholism. Overcoming the disease means first recognising the symptoms, followed by the difficult step of owning up to the fact that you are an alcoholic. What makes this really tough is that there are no written guide line on the quantities consumed that make you an alcoholic. Why You Need Medical Help For Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms People who quit alcohol overnight tend to suffer from mild to moderate alcohol withdrawal symptoms caused by the body's reaction to not receiving something that it had grown to become dependent on. The actual meaning of alcohol withdrawal syndrome is what actually describes the resulting symptoms the body encounters when cutting off the alcohol supply after an extended period of consumption. Rehabilitation Centers and on the road to Alcohol Recovery Alcohol Addiction Overview: Alcohol addiction is a serious problem that can escalate to gigantic proportions if left untreated. Alcoholism has been known to be and is till today, one of the major causes of family and relationship breakdowns and psychological illnesses. Not only this, it is a major cause of premature deaths all over the world.	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