Underage alcoholism frequency

June 15, 2017

Underage alcoholism frequency is worrying and timely action needs to be taken to prevent the dangers ahead

Underage alcoholism frequency: Signs and symptoms of alcoholism and drug dependence

The underage alcoholism frequency and college drinking are currently being magnified and promoted by the easy access to alcohol and drugs. Alcohol is the most abused drug among youth globally with the United States leading in youthful addiction. Currently, available statistics indicates that more tobacco and illicit drugs are being used by youths below the age of 21. It is also frustrating to note that of all the alcohol consumed in the US up to 11% of that substance is consumed by people aged between12 to 20. That is not something to take for granted because early use of alcohol can draw young people into a host of problems and aggravate existing ones says doctor Dalal Akoury a veteran addiction expert of over two decades. According to the experts from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center a facility established by doctor Akoury to primarily deal with all matters relating to addition, each year approximately 5000 young people under the age of 21 dies as a result of underage drinking. This includes about 1,900 deaths from motor vehicle crashes, 1,600 as a result of homicides, 300 from suicide, and hundreds from other injuries such as falls, burns, and drowning.

Besides that, it is estimated that up to 600,000 college students are accidentally injured while under the influence of alcohol with another 700,000 students being assaulted by other students who have been drinking and as if that is not enough about 100,000 more students are victims of alcohol-related sexual assault or date rape that is according to statistics available from NCADD Fact Sheet which are also in agreement with the above statistics. When we talk of the high prevalence of underage alcoholism prevalence, it is not a small matter to be wished away because as a matter of fact there is evidence that over 11,000 teens in the US are becoming first users of alcohol daily by trying to use the drink for the first time and that translate into more than four million drink alcohol in any given month. As you ponder about that, let’s find out why young people often resort to drinking alcohol.

Underage alcoholism frequency problem: Why do young people drink alcohol?

The reasons why young people take alcohol are not different from that of adults. Some of those reasons may seem obvious, however understanding the feelings and motivations behind them as well as how each teen’s life comes into play can be difficult. The following are some of the reasons why young people resort into drinking alcohol:

Some young people often drink to check out from family problems or issues with school performance
It could be motivated by loneliness, low self–esteem, depression, anxiety disorder and other mental health issues lead many young people to drink alcohol
Young people turn to alcohol to deal with the pressures of everyday social situations
Young people may drink to change their image or to fit in when moving to a new school or town
Young people may drink to gain confidence or lose inhibitions

One clear point is that it may not matter the reasons why young people engages into this habit. Irrespective of the reason, the consequences remain the same. That is why seeking help from the experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center immediately is very necessary.

Underage alcoholism frequency problem: Signs and symptoms of alcoholism and drug dependence

Workstation alcoholism problems

June 15, 2017

Workstation alcoholism problems is a time bomb waiting to explode off a bigger social and economic problems

Workstation alcoholism problems: How drug addiction impacts and where it hurts the most

When it comes to matters addiction, doctor Dalal Akoury MD and founder of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center has seen it all. In her, over two decades of professionalism in addiction treatment doctor, Akoury is registering that even though the effects of alcoholism and drug addiction can affect and be felt in any industry or any organization irrespective of the size whether big or small; workstation alcoholism problems are prevalent in certain establishments than other sectors of our development. Experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center says that certain sectors and industries like those offering food services, construction, mining and drilling, excavation, installation, maintenance, repair, and entertainment are high contributors.

This article is only meant to give guidance and therefore by mentioning some key industries it does not necessarily mean that is actually what happens. Various organizations including the sectors mentioned herein have put in measures that curbs down on the effects of alcoholism and drug addiction at workplaces say doctor Dalal Akoury. As we continue into the discussion, it is very important that before we bring this section to its conclusion, we need to appreciate that this habit hurts the most in two specific ways. The two specific kinds of drinking behavior that significantly contribute to the level of work-performance problems include:

Drinking right before the commencement of working hours or during working hours and that includes drinking during break times like at lunch and at company functions.
The second way is drinking heavily the night before the resumption of work the following day. This is commonly characterized by hangovers and even feelings of dizziness during working hours the next day.

Workstation alcoholism problems: Workstation problems are universal

Finally, in this article, we have mentioned alcohol quit repeatedly and that doesn’t necessarily mean that it is only the alcoholics who can generate problems in the workplaces. That is a myth which must be ignored because from the research findings it has been demonstrated that the majority of alcohol-related work-performance problems are associated with nondependent drinkers who may occasionally drink too much not exclusively by alcohol-dependent employees. And besides, family members living with someone’s alcoholism also suffer significant job performance related problems- including poor job performance, lack of focus, absenteeism, increased health-related problems and use of health insurance

And now, in conclusion, the problem of alcohol and drug abuse is genuinely unproductive in our workplaces. This must not be allowed to continue and therefore we want to offer you as employers and employees across the globe, that you can regain your high level of productivity by seeking professional help from the home of addiction solutions. I am talking about you scheduling an appointment with doctor Dalal Akoury today for your organization or just as an individual. When you make that bold step, doctor Akoury will come in and take you back to your much-desired level of productivity by offering the best and timely treatment for your employees while exercising high standards of professionalism. So don’t hesitate to call us today.

Workstation alcoholism problems: How drug addiction impacts and where it hurts the most

Taming addiction responsibly

June 15, 2017

Taming addiction responsibly is important if we are to bring up a healthy generation

Taming addiction responsibly: Strong leadership and involvement from the top

When an organization is based on strong leadership where all the top managers are taking responsibility in taming addiction responsibly at their work stations, their subject/juniors will always reciprocate. This can be a very powerful way of keeping addiction to check at workplaces. With such great involvement, the following are possible:

Visible, active commitment from the board;
Establishing effective ‘downward’ communication systems and management structures;
Integration of good health and safety management with business decisions.
Engaging the workforce in the promotion and achievement of safe and healthy conditions;
Effective ‘upward’ communication;
Providing high-quality training.

Taming addiction responsibly: Assessment and review

Identifying and managing health and safety risks including the alcohol and drug abuse
Accessing (and following) competent advice
Monitoring, reporting and reviewing performance.

Addressing health and safety should not be seen as a regulatory burden: it offers significant opportunities and benefits which may include:

Reduced costs;
Reduced risks;
Lower employee absence and turnover rates;
Fewer accidents;
Lessened threat of legal action;
Improved standing among suppliers and partners;
Better reputation for corporate responsibility among investors, customers, and communities;
Increased productivity, because employees are healthier, happier and better motivated.

We must appreciate that the power to succeed is in the ability and willingness of your workforce to deliver. This willingness can be impaired by alcohol and drug abuse badly. And that is why when it comes to addiction in the workplace, leading from the top is not an option but a must. The problem that can arise to defeat this initiative could be when the top managers and directors are the ones struggling with the scourge. If this is the case and it is quite common these days, then the organization must seek help immediately for her senior managers. These are the drivers of the economy of your organization and therefore drugs or alcohol must not be the reason for their underperformance. According to the experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center, many highly ranked organizations have gone under receivership because of alcoholism and substance abuse. Doctor Akoury is a veteran addiction expert and has been impacting positively on the lives of many people across the globe and you and your organization must not do down because of a problem that can easily be fixed. All you need to do for the rebirth of your position of profitability is to schedule an appointment with doctor Dalal Akoury today by calling her on telephone number 843 213 1480 and she will gladly handle your individual and collective problems with utmost confidentiality while delivering lasting solutions professionally.

Taming addiction responsibly: Strong leadership and involvement from the top

Stigmatizing addiction patients

June 15, 2017

Stigmatizing addiction patients in anyway is wrong and doesn’t help but kills the morale of those who help the most

Stigmatizing addiction patients: Addiction is a disease of free will

Over the last few decades of my practice as a medical professional, I have met patients globally with different disturbing health conditions coming to my office for treatment which we have gladly offered to a resounding positive feedback. We have made it a routine as experts from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center to give our very best to all our clients irrespective of their limitations. We believe in offering lasting solutions to all health complications that we can professionally handle. This has made us move from strength to strength over the years. However, one problem of drug addiction keeps recurring owing to the nature of its effects to people differently. This one story disturbs me the most because it came to my attention several years after I was first introduced to the couple. That story is going to form part of our discussion even as we focus on stigmatizing addiction patients both internally and externally.

Drug addiction is a medical problem and has nothing to do with one’s morals. It is painful seeing patients giving up on treatment because they keep relapsing every time they are about to have a breakthrough. We are taking seriously the issue of relapse so that we can be in the front lane in defeating the beast of addiction. If you know anyone struggling with any kind of addiction, our doors are always open for you and you can call Doctor Dalal Akoury to help you recover professionally and with dignity.

Stigmatizing addiction patients: Stop the humiliation and disgrace

Back to the story, three decades ago a couple visited my office with an addiction problem. The man who was alcoholic was in the company of his wife to seek help. Before we could even start the session, they excused themselves shortly and I felt that they were consulting on something before the session. I was surprised several minutes and hours later that my client vanished never to return. Several years later one of my students narrated this story to me and I was astonished. The student said, “when I was five or six years old, my maternal grandfather died of what I was told was complications of heart disease.” She believed that because that is what she was told. It was not until several years later, after she had graduated from a medical school in psychiatry, and had secured a job for a very long time using neuroimaging to study the addicted brain, that she learned the real reason for the death of her grandfather. One day her mother gave her the revelation that shocked her life. This was coming when her mother was sick and almost breathing her last, “I need to tell you something I have never spoken to you about.” She disclosed to her that her grandfather had been an alcoholic and that he took his own life in his distress at not being able to control his strong urges to drink.

“Oh, Jesus I almost lost my grip.” Her mother had out of fear of stigma and shame kept the real reason for her grandfather’s death a secret from her that long. What surprised her is that even though she knew that in her whole professional life was devoted to trying to understand what drugs do to the brain and that she had heard her speak of addiction as a disease of the brain, still she was not going to tell her the whole truth.” So she wondered how she had miscommunicated, and how she had not made her realize that it was not a taboo to speak about addiction and that there should be no shame in it. This really troubled her and so she came to confide in me. Stop stigmatizing patients and let’s support them get better.

Stigmatizing addiction patients: Addiction is a disease of free will

Withdrawal symptoms episodes

June 15, 2017

Withdrawal symptoms episodes can be a stumbling block for timely recovery

Withdrawal symptoms episodes: Post-acute withdrawal symptoms (PAWS)

In our effort of trying to facing the problems associated with alcohol and substance abuse, it is very common that along the way we’ll meet challenges from patient denial to relapse after several weeks or months of undisputed commitment to both the patient and our experts who are administering treatment to them. One of the ways we have found out to be working for us is by establishing professional ways of dealing with the withdrawal symptoms episodes or post-acute withdrawal symptoms PAWS also known as the dual diagnosis in addiction. Doctor Dalal Akoury who is the MD and founder of this facility (AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center) is not just any doctor but a veteran addiction experts with a passion for helping people get better from the state of hopelessness to a new life of total fulfillment and freedom from drug addiction and misuse of alcohol. In her several decades of practice, she has established that in some instances these persistent symptoms in recovery will be a sign that the individual is dealing with some other issue other than their addiction problem.

As a matter of fact, it is now recognized that a significant number of addicts have a dual diagnosis and the most disturbing part of it is that they are ignorant of it. The implication of that is that besides their addiction problem, they are also struggling with other complications such as depression, anxiety disorder, or bipolar disorder. It will not, therefore, surprise you to note that this other undiagnosed problem could be responsible their incentive into substance abuse and misuse of alcohol in the first place. And when things get out of hand, users may attempt to self-medicate in order to escape the criticism from the society and even very close relatives.

From the professional point of view says doctor Akoury, if for whatever reason users of these substances ignore treatment thereby creating some pending treatment issues, the implication of that is very clear in the sense that any untreated dual diagnosis can actually prevent them from finding happiness in recovery? Some people may just dismiss their symptoms as Post-Acute Withdrawal Symptoms (PAWS), and this means that they delay in seeking treatment. It is always advisable to seek a professional opinion if the individual is finding it difficult to settle into recovery due to unpleasant symptoms. In most instances, it will be possible to manage the dual diagnosis so that the individual will be able to build a successful recovery. Doctor Dalal Akoury can be of help to you if only you can call her today.

Withdrawal symptoms episodes: Other causes of symptoms in early recovery

In some relatively rare cases, the individual may have more significant problems that can result in continued symptoms in long-term recovery. Those who have developed conditions such as alcoholic dementia may have caused irreversible damage to their brain. The individual may be able to learn how to function at a higher level, but in some cases, they will just have to adapt to living with this mental impairment.

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