Summary: Yes, a technique called a cold water plunge can help mental health. In modern sports medicine, cold water therapy was designed to speed recovery after exercise and has a positive impact on a variety of physiological systems related to mental health and wellbeing. Key Points: The practice of cold water immersion to improve health […]
Monthly Archives: July 2026
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Summary: Yes, when viewed through the lens of family systems theory, addiction is a family disease. When one family member has an addiction disorder, it can create a dysfunctional family system wherein each family member plays a role that contributes to the ongoing disease of addiction in that individual. Key Points: Family systems theory developed […]
Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Rehab in Hawaii
Why Do I Keep Relapsing With Drinking Alcohol?
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Summary: Two reasons you keep relapsing with drinking alcohol are likely (1) because quitting drinking is hard and (2) if you don’t have a good relapse prevention plan, your risk of relapse is high. Key Points: Among people with alcohol use disorder (AUD), a.k.a. alcohol addiction, rates of relapse are high. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) […]
Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Is Drinking Alcohol As Bad For Your Health As They Say It Is Now?
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Summary: Yes, drinking alcohol is as bad for your health as they say it is now. New evidence shows increased risk of alcohol related death even at levels formerly considered moderate and safe. Key Points: Data published in recent years is causing people in the U.S. to reassess the safety of regular alcohol use. In […]
