More on Alcoholism

Underage and unhealthy college drinking can have a devastating impact on students and those around them. Learn more about the consequences of college alcohol use.

Personality disorders and alcohol use disorder can interact ways that can make treatment and diagnosis difficult. Fortunately, help is available.

Narcissistic personality disorder is a pattern of grandiose beliefs about oneself and arrogant behavior. People suffering from alcoholism may exhibit matching behaviors, as alcohol abuse and narcissistic personality disorder often…

Oxytocin is a hormone being researched for its role in helping people overcome alcohol addiction. Learn more about the potential of oxytocin therapy.

Do all alcoholics have an alcohol use disorder (AUD)? Is everyone with an AUD an alcoholic? Learn the differences between these terms and how to do a self-check.

Dry January is a month-long event that provides an opportunity to abstain from alcohol use, but some drinkers can experience drawbacks to suddenly stopping. Learn more about the pros and…

The combination of antisocial personality disorder and alcoholism tends to exacerbate and strengthen symptoms of ASPD.

The Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety may soon become a standard feature in new vehicles — but will it cut down on DUI incidents and deaths?

Alcohol and Mobic can be dangerous when used together. Learn about the health risks posed by this drug combination.

Alcohol abuse and porn addiction can harm both you and your relationships. Learn more about the link between these problems.

Bariatric surgery patients may have a higher risk of developing an alcohol use disorder. Learn more about this potential link and why it may occur.

Alcohol and ADHD are a dangerous combination with far-reaching effects. Impulsivity, poor decision making and lack of consideration for consequences are hallmarks of both conditions.

Police work is stressful and can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as hazardous drinking levels and even alcoholism. Learn the risks these professionals face.

People with autism may be at higher risk of substance and alcohol abuse. Learn more about the link between these conditions.

The Hal S. Marchman Alcohol and Other Drug Services Act of 1993, known as the Marchman Act, is a commitment statute created to help people who struggle with drug or…

Excessive use of alcohol and binge eating disorder frequently co-occur. Binge drinking alcohol, binge eating and any other compulsive bingeing behavior is likely an attempt to deal with negative emotions.

Alcoholism and bipolar disorder often occur simultaneously. The good news is that they can also be treated simultaneously at The Recovery Village.

What is sober curious and what is it all about? Find out what this new movement is about and what is making more and more people join the sober curious…

Psychosis is a symptom of alcoholism that can result from the long-term effects of alcohol on the brain. Read more about the types of psychosis, symptoms and treatment.

Stopping alcohol suddenly can lead to a deadly condition called delirium tremens. Learn more about this syndrome and how to prevent it.

An estimated 25-28% of people use alcohol to alleviate pain, whether it is the acute pain of an abscessed tooth or chronic pain from arthritis or an injury.

Does using alcohol affect your immune system? Find out how consuming even small quantities of alcohol can make you more susceptible to COVID-19 and other infections.

The Recovery Village recently surveyed U.S. adults about drinking, rehab and recovery. Find out how alcohol affected men and women differently.

As with any substance use, alcohol may increase the undesirable symptoms of narcolepsy.