Category: Alcohol
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) – What is it?
What Is ECT? Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure in which a brief application of electric stimulus is used to produce a generalized seizure. It is not known how or why ECT works or what the electrically stimulated seizure does to the brain. In the U.S. during the 1940’s and 50’s, the treatment was administered […]
Read moreAlcohol Crime Statistics
Nearly 10,000 people are killed annually on U.S. roadways due to alcohol-related accidents. Thousands more suffer from injuries due to intoxicated drivers. Close to 70% of alcohol-related violent acts occur in the home. Roughly 20% of these incidents involve the use of a weapon other than hands, fists or feet. An estimated 1.4 million incidents […]
Read moreTreatment Programs For Alcoholism
Communities across the nation are stepping up in an effort to reduce and prevent harmful #alcohol-related #criminal activities. Some of the initiatives include public education, #alcoholism assessments and treatment programs. Getting treatment is the best way to overcome an alcohol use disorder (#AUD). A recovery program will be able to help you quit drinking and […]
Read moreIntimate Partner Violence under Alcohol Influence
Alcohol can play a dangerous role in intimate partner violence, leading to aggression, intimidation, forced sexual activity and other forms of controlling behavior. Intimate partner violence happens when a romantic partner causes physical, psychological or sexual harm to their significant other. An estimated two-thirds of victims suffering from violence by a current or former spouse […]
Read moreAggravated assault linked to drug and alcohol abuse
A common warning sign of alcohol abuse is irritability and extreme mood swings. Because of this, some individuals turn violent after an episode of heavy drinking. Poor decisions and impaired judgment, combined with aggression and hostility, can quickly become dangerous. If violent thoughts and feelings are acted on, it can lead to an aggravated assault […]
Read moreSexual Assault linked to Alcohol Abuse
A #sexual assault is a forced sexual act and may involve #touching, #kissing and i#ntercourse. An estimated 37 percent of sexual assaults and rapes are committed by offenders who were under the influence of alcohol. For perpetrators, drinking may intensify their #aggressive behavior. This can make them become more forceful when someone tries to resist […]
Read moreCrimes Associated With Alcohol
Some of the most common alcohol-related crimes involve cases of drinking and driving. However, there are a variety of other offenses that can result from alcohol abuse. Several examples of criminal activities associated with excessive alcohol use are: Robbery Sexual Assault Aggravated Assault Intimate Partner Violence Child Abuse Homicide To be continued #Opioids #Heroin #Marijuana […]
Read moreAlcohol Related Crimes
Data suggests that engaging in prolonged drinking or binge drinking can significantly increase your risk of committing a crime What Are Alcohol-Related Crimes? Alcohol abuse can lead to criminal activities and violence. Excessive drinking can lower inhibitions, impair judgement and increase aggressive behaviors. Today, alcohol-related violence and crime are on the rise throughout the USA […]
Read moreThe Effects Of Drug Abuse On Health
Substance use disorders are associated with a wide range of short- and long-term health effects. They can vary depending on the type of drug, how much and how often it’s taken and the person’s general health. Overall, the effects of drug abuse and dependence can be far-reaching. They can impact almost every organ in the […]
Read moreMisuse, abuse, and addiction
Although there is no fixed definition, many experts believe that drug use becomes abuse when it starts to damage or impede aspects of a person’s daily life, such as work or parenting. Drug misuse is different and, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)Trusted Source, refers to the “intentional therapeutic use of a drug […]
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