Sober living

After taking prednisone, it’s recommended to wait until the treatment course is over before consuming alcohol. Prednisone has a relatively short half-life of about 3-4 hours. Prednisone is known to cause a range of psychiatric side effects, including mood swings, irritability, anxiety, agitation, insomnia, and even depression or psychosis in…

For results based on the sample of 686 adults who drink alcoholic beverages, the margin of sampling error is ±5 percentage points at the 95% confidence level. All reported margins of sampling error include computed design effects for weighting. In 2021, Gallup, Inc. reported that 60% of U.S. adults drank…

The manager keeps everyone accountable and cares a great deal about furthering our recovery and learning a new life. Rockland Recovery Homes is certified by New York State as a not-for-profit organization with 501(C)3 status. We will open recovery homes in Rockland County to provide a safe, relaxing, enjoyable place…

We are dedicated to tailoring individualized treatment plans that precisely meet the needs of those struggling with substance abuse issues. If you or someone you love is facing such challenges, the diverse and personalized services at our treatment center are here to support and guide you on the path to…

Try to take it easy for the day and make sure to drink plenty of fluids and eat something. When you drink alcohol, your body responds by decreasing the number or sensitivity of receptors that bind to the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). It simultaneously increases the number or sensitivity of…

Though more human studies are needed on the effects of curcumin on memory, some studies suggest it may be effective at boosting memory and preventing cognitive decline (39, 40). Studies have found that curcumin reduces oxidative damage and inflammation in the brain and also lowers the quantity of amyloid plaques.…

I don’t know why I didn’t do it before. Maybe I was embarrassed to admit how much control I’d given you… But I was so desperate, I called someone I knew who was sober. He told me I didn’t have to fight you alone. I spent years trying to leave…

That can be things like giving money to an adult child who hasn’t spent theirs wisely. Acknowledging that a problem exists, setting boundaries, and even seeking professional guidance yourself are just a few ways you can provide support and empowerment to someone else, without putting your needs on the back…

External circumstances may play a role, yet in this case the participant’s sense of a dissolving understanding possibly reflects her internal state as much as an actual rupture. It is also possible that the relationship was not built on such a solid foundation as initially presented; her remark about not…

Erin is a Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of experience in midwifery and women’s health. She has spent the past 5 years specializing in the treatment of opioid and alcohol use disorders. With the right resources, a well-structured plan, and compassion, you can make a profound difference in your loved…