Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol poisoning and being drunk are related to excessive alcohol consumption, but they are distinct conditions. Being drunk refers to the state of intoxication resulting from consuming alcohol, characterized by impaired judgment, coordination, and cognitive functions. It is a common consequence of consuming alcohol in excessive amounts. The effects of alcohol poisoning can persist for […]

If you think someone has it, get them medical help as soon as possible. If you think you might have a problem with alcohol, call SAMHSA or talk to your healthcare provider. People who don’t have any major complications from alcohol poisoning typically have a good prognosis. Overindulgence in alcohol can harm the stomach, causing […]

There is no right or wrong way to talk about suicidal feelings. If you’re struggling with suicide, you are not alone. 7 free helplines are available in Finland for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts. If you’re feeling any of the following, reach out and talk to someone who understands and can help. That space between thinking […]

The boiling point of the alcohol ethanol is 78.29 °C, compared to 69 °C for the hydrocarbon hexane, and 34.6 °C for diethyl ether. Those groups can form hydrogen bonds to one another and to most other compounds. Owing to the presence of the polar OH alcohols are more water-soluble than simple hydrocarbons. This article covers the structure […]

If you’ve mixed weed and alcohol and are having a bad reaction, it’s probably because alcohol seems to make the high from using weed stronger. The resulting unpleasantness is casually known as a green out. This can happen any time you’ve consumed to much weed — with or without alcohol. Additionally, some people experience a […]

Alcohol Awareness Month is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about the dangers of alcohol and the effects and causes of alcohol use disorder. We hope you join us to raise our collective voice on this critical public health issue during National Alcohol Awareness Month. You will be subject to the destination website’s privacy policy when […]

You don’t have to battle the depression alone and relying on alcohol to make you feel better will only cause further pain. Reach out to a mental health professional to talk about treatment and strategies for dealing with depression. Alcohol and depression are connected in several ways, and the two often feed off of one […]

You can contact the nearest health and social services centre (sosiaali- ja terveyskeskus) if you have issues with alcohol or drug use. Different wellbeing services counties may use different names for health and social services centre, such as terveysasema, terveyskeskus or hyvinvointiasema. While the seizure is unlikely to be fatal, it can lead to injuries […]

You may have pain, redness, or swelling on your arm near where you received the COVID-19 booster or vaccine. You may mistake other possible side effects for hangover symptoms if you drink alcohol after getting a booster or vaccine. As of August 2023, there’s no guidance on drinking alcohol before getting a COVID-19 booster or […]

Alcohol also increases the risk of death from car crashes, injuries, homicide, and suicide. Alcohol use disorder (sometimes called alcoholism) is a medical condition. It involves heavy or frequent alcohol drinking even when it causes problems, emotional distress or physical harm. A combination of medications, behavioral therapy and support can help you or a loved […]