Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol Abuse




What are the signs of alcohol addiction or dependency?

Alcoholism is a disease that can vary depending on the rate and frequency in which it is consumed. Alcoholism will destroy the lives of the addict as well as the family.

Visual signs that alcohol is being consumed to excess are easily recognizable to adults and even some children.

    * redness in the face during or after the consumption of alcohol

    * reaction times or reflexes delayed or non existent

    * vomiting or nausea 

    * slurred speech and conversations that are completely incoherent

    * clumsiness and no balance when walking 

    

Recognizing when there is a problem 

When alcohol consumption becomes a ritual and the quantity of alcohol needed increases is a sign that there might be a more serious problem. Someone that abuses alcohol makes their drinking a focus of their life. 

  * Hangovers and increased time to recover from the night of drinking .

   * tolerance levels go up and the amount of alcohol needed to get the desired effect increase 

   * personal life and professional responsibilities are not being taken care of

   * unsuccessful attempts at reducing the intake of alcohol

   * withdrawal symptoms show up when unable to drink

Alcohol is a depressant it affects the central nervous system once it has metabolized through the liver. Alcoholism and abuse can result in other medical problems such as :

   * high blood pressure

  * sexual impedance or lack of sex drive

   * Cancer 

   * intestinal problems

   * Osteoporosis in women

Alcohol abuse causes over 100,000 deaths in North America. It is the leading cause of death in teens due to alcohol related car accidents. 

Drinking habits can vary for every alcoholic, some will binge drink, while others will drink in excess every day. Once alcohol starts to take control of a persons life there can be severe social and economic consequences. Being drunk or hung over at work usually results in loss of jobs and income. Domestic violence is increased in household that have an alcoholic present in the home. Legal problems soon are compounded with the addiction and can place severe financial burden on the family.

What causes someone to become an alcoholic?

Genetic predisposition, environment and the mental health of the individual are leading factors in the development of alcoholism. Members of the same family can respond differently to alcohol effects. These reasons are why treatment can be different for every alcoholic and not everyone in the same family can have the same predisposition to alcohol effects. 

Alcohol withdrawal can be a life threatening health risk.

Long term alcohol abuse can affect the liver, nervous system, heart, brain and stomach. Detoxification from alcohol can result in the DT’s or Delirium Tremors. A Person can have a life threatening event happen if there is a sudden stoppage of consumption. Medically supervised detox is required for most alcohol withdrawals.

Alcohol abuse is a serious medical condition that requires a medically supervised detox in order to keep the individual safe from seizures and life threatening blood pressure drops. Detoxing from alcohol should never be done in the home. If you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms from alcohol withdrawal call 911 right away and get the help you need as soon as possible. It could save your life. 

Do not wait till it is to late. Get help now. Christian Drug Rehabilitation is a leader in finding the best treatment centers for Christians in need of alcohol Detox and treatment. Give us a call now. 1-866-391-6530

Christian PTSD Treatment

Christian PTSD Treatment 

When our War Heroes come home from service, to our country, often times the transition can be very difficult for them. The comradery and support from friends that have been through the same experiences soon dissipates as they transition back to civilian life. Many of our patriots are left feeling the sense of abandonment when dealing with PTSD. This disorder in not to be taken lightly and needs to be addressed so we can help our vets return to us whole.  Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is not limited to our military personnel but the general public also, not as wide spread, but equally important.  

Having PTSD can trigger other behavioral problems including, but not limited to depression, addiction to drugs or alcohol, panic disorders, and anxiety. The treatment that we have listed below can help deal with all the related conditions as well as the Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. For best treatment results all the problems associated with PTSD, treatment should be handled at the same time to help speed up the recovery process.

Understanding PTSD Treatment

There have been some advances in the treatment for PTSD. When a person has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, trying to deal with the past can be very difficult. When trying to cope with these issues, some people keep their feelings suppressed, instead of telling others how they feel. Talking with a therapist can help with this condition. 

CBT is one of the types of counseling and therapy that centers use for treating PTSD. Research has proven that this is the most effective treatment and counseling for PTSD. The VA is now offering a few different treatment for this disorder, CPT – cognitive process therapy, PE therapy – Prolonged exposure therapy. Medications and EMRD ( Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) have been shown to be effective in the treatment for PTSD along with serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI), also used in the treatment for depression.

PTSD therapy: How long does it last?

PTSD treatment in most facilities last anywhere from 3 to 6 months. Other treatment types have a longer treatment periods, up to 2 years.

What will be worked on while in Therapy?

While in treatment, you and the therapist will discuss options as to the type of treatment that is available to you and what your goals are that you hope to reach.

Reducing your symptoms

Learning how to cope with these symptoms, teaching you how to feel less guilt or sadness associated with PTSD, improving relationships at work and at home is a key to success. Not everyone that has PTSD has the same goals that they want to achieve and some may take longer than others. There is no treatment plan that works for everyone, so it is important to lay out the plan so your individualized program can cover all your concerns. Your therapist will help you decide what goals are most important to you and work on these first.

What can I expect from my therapist or counselor?

When sitting down with a therapist, they should discuss the different types of treatment available to you and work out a plan, that you both agree on. This is the best course of action to take to achieve the goals you have set for treatment. You should also come to an agreement as to what to do if the treatment does not seem to be working: an alternate plan for treatment. 

Make sure that you are comfortable with your therapist as you will be working as a team to help with your problems. It is difficult for most people to talk about painful situations, traumatic experiences, that you have had. This is why we stress the importance of feeling comfortable with your therapist, because you will be talking to them about, often times, painful or traumatic experiences that you have seen or been through in your life. During therapy, feelings can emerge and often times be very extreme, and challenging.

If you do not have a connection with your therapist or feel that they are not helping, talk to another therapist to see if changing your counselor or seeking another option for treatment is the right choice. You should always let your therapist know when you are seeking a second opinion. 

Other types of treatment may include but not limited to:

Group therapy

 We talk and share with people that have very similar experiences and trauma’s. Sharing your experiences with others may make you feel that you are not alone in this fight against PTSD. Some people feel more comfortable sharing their stories only with people that have been through similar experiences. You will learn to deal with your emotions such as anger, guilt, rage, and shame. Learning to put the past behind us so that we can work on the present and the future is the key.

Psycho-dynamic Therapy

This is a type of therapy that teaches us how to deal with emotional conflicts caused by trauma. This therapy helps in the understanding of past events and how we react to those events.

Your counselor will help you:

Locate and identify what triggers the memories and other symptoms 

Raise your self esteem 

Find ways and activities to help with the coping of these intense feelings and emotions.

Become more aware of thought and feelings, so you can change reactions to these thoughts.

What is EDMR?

EDMR is a fairly new treatment for PTSD and there have been discussions and disagreements as to the effectiveness of such treatment. 

While thinking of talking about stressful memories, the therapist helps you focus on other stimuli, hand taps, eye movements, and sounds. They take your focus off of the event by distracting and having you follow hand movements or listen to random sounds. In treatment as the individual attention is taken off of the event on on to other stimulus, has shown promise in helping to change reactions to such memories. 

We now understand that Chemicals in your brain affect the way we feel. When you feel depressed this can be linked to a lack of serotonin in your brain, SSRI’s include Paroxetine (paxil), Sertaline (zoloft) Citalopram (Celexia). There are other drugs that have been know to help with this condition. Please talk to your doctor to discuss medications in the treatment for PTSD.

PTSD can effect your family and friends. When the feeling that no one can possible understand why you get angry, depressed, it can appear that you are under so much stress. Family can often feel scared, withdrawn, and often times guilty due to them not understanding the condition.

A key component of therapy includes family sessions, either through conference calling or at the center. While in family sessions, it is very important to be honest about your feelings and concerns and listen to others. Talking about PTSD symptoms and triggers can help the family or friends understand what brings the condition to the surface.

Christian Drug Rehabilitation 1-866-391-6530

Who we are

Christian Drug Rehabilitation was started with the goal to help Christians recover not only their lives but their faith as well. We believe that in order to be truly delivered from addiction there needs to be a healing of the spirit, then the mind and body. Those with the goals of growing in Christ and healing their addictions, have a more successful drug rehab experience. Christian Drug Rehab is a step above their secular counterparts and have a better success rate when treating Christians for addiction.

We are Christians in recovery ourselves and know what it takes to have  long lasting sobriety. We specialize in finding the best Christian Drug Rehab to fit your specific needs and faith. There are many options for christian treatment centers in the United States and finding the right one is very important to your recovery.  Please call our Christian Treatment Helpline to speak with a counselor. The call is free and the service is free. 1-866-391-6530

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Motivational Quotes From the Bible

Motivational Quotes From the Bible




When you say: “I’m too tired” God says: “I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28-30

When you say: “I can’t go on” God says: “My grace is sufficient.” 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 91:15

When you say: “I can’t figure things out” God says: “I will direct your steps.” Proverbs 3:5-6

When you say: “I can’t do it” God says: “You can do all things.” Philippians 4:13

When you say: “I’m always worried and frustrated” God says: “Cast all your cares on ME.” 1 Peter 5:7

When you say: “Nobody really loves me” God says: “I love you.” John 3:16, John 3:34

When you say: “I’m not smart enough” God says: “I will give you wisdom.” James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:30

When you say: “I’m not able” God says: “I am able.” 2 Corinthians 9:8

When you say: “It’s not worth it” God says: “It will be worth it.” Roman 8:28

When you say: “I can’t forgive myself” God says: “I forgive you.” 1 John 1:9, Romans 8:1

When you say: “I can’t manage” God says: “I will supply all your needs.” Philippians 4:19

When you say: “I’m afraid” God says: “I have not given you a spirit of fear.” 2 Timothy 1:7

When you say: “It’s impossible” God says: “All things are possible.” Mark 10:27

When you say: “I feel all alone” God says: “I will never leave you or forsake you.” John 14:18, Hebrews 13:5


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