Alcoholism, Depression, Anxiety and Addiction

By Shruti Kulkarni Causes of alcoholism cannot be defined in one word or stated in one reason. Some studies say it is situational while some say it is a habit picked up from friends or family members or due to social and environmental factors. It is often interpreted as being hereditary. Like in a high society, to maintain the status you need to drink and that continues and becomes a habit. A person who has family problems and feels the lack of moral support consumes alcohol. An individual who keeps drinking large amount of alcohol for a long period is termed alcoholic. Studies note ... Read Full Story

"This is the first part of an article published in the South African Mens Health magazine. It caused quite a stir. It has been some time since I posted it on the blog. Have a read and it will give you an idea of my motivation in writing this blog. Not pretty but true." Unhappy hour How much abuse can your body take? One man's journey to the depths of alcohol addiction, and what it took for him to overcome it. Friday, 17 march 2000. D-day and the sun was shining in Margate. My bedside clock said 5.15am and I was fully awake. The ... Read Full Story

Do we drink because we are depressed? Are we depressed because we drink? Am I an addict because I drink too much or pop too many pills? Is my anxiety related to all this? Am I an addict because of my anxiety? Has my Alcoholism and Depression led to my anxiety ? But maybe I am depressed because of my addictons? Questions, questions and more questions. Some straight forward to answer and others like the proverbial," how long is a piece of string." Medical opinion, unfortunately is sharply divided over the answers. I remember during my treatment days my Psychologist/Psychiatrist talked about Primary and ... Read Full Story

Any time we can get our hands on something that might help in the fight is worth investigating. Alcoholism information and how to beat Depression techniques can be worth their weight in gold. Even answering the question have I Anxiety or Depression in addition to am I Addicted to Alcohol is not an easy quest. Richard Fields Ph.D. has written a book called "Awakening to Mindfulness-10 Steps for Positive Change." Below is an interview with the author. Check it out. Maybe there is something in there for you or your loved ones. But always bear in mind that the Alternative Healing methods should not ... Read Full Story

There comes a time when it is time to see a Professional. Be it a Doctor,Counsellor,Social Worker,Psychologist or Psychiatrist. Normally by this stage of your journey you are not feeling too great. In many cases you will going just to keep the family off your back. Fair enough. At least you have started on the road to recovery. Those inital appointments are probably conducted with you as a disbelieving shell of your former shelf. "How in the hell can these guys help me? They have no idea how bad I feel. Look at them with their sweet smelling offices and a grumpy receptionist at ... Read Full Story