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Self-Medicating with Alcohol

Written on 12 Feb, 2010 at 12:00 in Alcohol Abuse | viewed 378 views times | 0 Comments

Because it acts as a central nervous system depressant, alcohol is often used as a form of self-medication. Alcohol naturally calms nervous reactions, dulls the senses, and jeopardizes memory recall—bringing temporary but hazardous relief to those struggling with deep emotional... (Continue reading)

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Using Alcohol to Self-Medicate Trauma Symptoms

Written on 7 Dec, 2009 at 11:13 in Featured Articles | viewed 550 views times | 0 Comments
Using Alcohol to Self-Medicate Trauma Symptoms

Trauma symptoms can range from panic attacks and hypervigilance to dissociation and nightmares, all making it difficult to cope with daily life. As a result, many who encounter physical, sexual and emotional trauma ... (Continue reading)

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