Rhinophyma is the medical term for “ alcoholic nose”, or “drinker’s nose.” This is a skin disorder commonly identified by a red, misshapen, bumpy nose. Due to the symptoms of rhinophyma, people often believed this condition was caused by alcoholism. What is Rhinophyma? Rhinophyma is a subtype of severe rosacea. Rosacea causes recurring inflammation of […]
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Did You Know January Is Mental Wellness Month?
January has been celebrated as Mental Wellness Month for several decades in order to encourage people to focus on mental health and well-being. While this month provides an opportunity to raise mental health awareness, Riverside Recovery of Tampa recognizes the importance of mental wellness every month. For those who struggle with substance use disorders, Riverside […]
What Is Dry January?
Dry January is an annual opportunity to change your relationship with alcohol. While some people use Dry January as a chance to jumpstart a journey to recovery from a substance use disorder, others simply spend this month in sobriety to reset their relationship with alcohol for the coming year. Regardless of your personal goals or […]
Setting New Year’s Resolutions In Addiction Recovery
While millions of Americans set goals around the new year, statistics show that most struggle to stay committed throughout the year. In fact, as many as 80% of goal-setters give up on their New Year’s resolutions by February 1st. Setting goals that are not only achievable but also specific and measurable can help ensure you […]
6 Signs of Self Medicating with Drugs or Alcohol
Substance abuse and suicide are often connected, as some people attempt to self-medicate deal with stressful and uncomfortable situations. Turning to self-medication could potentially lead to suicide if underlying issues are left untreated. National Suicide Prevention Week (NSPW) was honored this month from September 6 through 12. Since 1975, this themed week has taken place […]
Celebrating National Recovery Month
September is National Recovery Month! A time to reflect and focus on addiction recovery as well as the journey those in recovery have undertaken to get to where they are today. An estimated 22 million Americans are currently in recovery. This is a month where people and communities come together to show support. This celebration […]
What Happens When You Mix Gabapentin and Alcohol? Side Effects and Dangers
Table of Contents In This Article: Gabapentin is safe to use as directed, but it can cause several mild to severe side effects Combining alcohol and gabapentin can increase the severity of certain side effects of both, such as drowsiness If you take gabapentin, you should avoid drinking alcohol and get professional help if you […]
Substance Use Continues to Rise During Covid-19 Pandemic
Covid-19 has created many challenges and conditions that can contribute to addiction. It has caused stress, uncertainty, financial strain, joblessness, isolation, and other conditions that could trigger problematic use of addictive substances. People, especially those who are prone to addiction, may turn to substances as a way to cope with or escape from these current […]
International Overdose Awareness Day – August 31
It is no secret that addiction is a serious illness, leading to tens of thousands of deaths every year. In fact, according to the CDC, there were a total of 67,367 drug overdose deaths in the United States just during 2013. This amounts to approximately 20.7 deaths for every 100,000 people living in the country. […]
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much?
Drinking alcohol from time to time is generally considered safe unless you begin drinking in excess. Consuming alcohol in large quantities can have considerable negative effects on your physical and mental health. According to alcohol abuse researchers, there is a broad range of alcohol abuse. Consuming too much alcohol may lead to alcohol use disorder […]