Mild to moderate symptoms of alcohol withdrawal include irritability, anxiety, and tremors. More severe symptoms of alcohol withdrawal include hallucinations, seizures, and disorientation. To reduce ...

What Happens to Your Body During the Stages of Detox and How to Manage It Medically reviewed by Adjoa Smalls-Mantey, MD, DPhil Alcohol withdrawal can be fatal and may require medical supervision.

Phenobarbital is a medication that doctors may prescribe to treat alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) during detox. There are many risks associated with its use, and it’s typically only used in rehab ...

Most people do not die from alcohol withdrawal, but many will experience symptoms like tremors, headaches, and nausea. Though rare, it is possible to die from alcohol withdrawal if you experience ...

Taggart knows he was lucky to get a rehab bed at the Royal, where he was able to detox and begin rebuilding his life. He ...

New Year’s resolutions often revolve around self-improvement, and for many, that means cutting back on alcohol or completely detoxing. While detoxing can seem daunting, there’s a growing interest in ...

The festive season is often a time for lounging on the sofa, overindulging in beige food and having a tipple in hand at all times. While we support anyone whose Christmas plans consisted solely of ...

Alcoholics and other addicts in Contra Costa County will have fewer places to sober up, but more opportunities for long-term rehabilitation under a plan to help people kick their habits for good ...