Is Diazepam an Opiate?
Diazepam, commonly known as Valium, is a drug used to treat a number of conditions, including alcohol withdrawal symptoms, anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures and insomnia. Classed as a benzodiazepine, Diazepam can become addictive if taken for an extended period, but the drug is not an opiate. Find out more about
Are Alcohol Blackouts Normal?
This article explores a topic that raises concerns and questions for many – alcohol blackouts. Are they really a normal part of drinking, or are they a sign of something more serious? Keep reading to find out more. What are Alcohol Blackouts? An alcohol blackout is a temporary condition that
The Link Between Alcohol and Appetite Loss
Alcohol addiction can do nearly endless damage to a person’s life. It causes mental and physical health problems, causes relationships to break down and can cost a person their livelihood. There is also a lot of talk about how drunk people eat a lot and that those who live with
Our Advice: Staging an Intervention for Addiction
Staging an intervention can be a difficult thing to do, especially as the hallmark of addiction is a tendency towards denial and defensiveness. The person with the addiction will often downplay the extent of their drinking or drug use, or deny that they have a problem at all. This may
