What Causes Alcohol Addiction?
Alcohol addiction, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic condition characterized by an inability to control drinking despite adverse consequences. But what [...]
What is Evidence-Based Treatment and How Does it Work?
At Bluff Augusta, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for individuals seeking recovery from addiction. One of the cornerstones of our approach [...]
Why Do I Shake When I Drink Alcohol?
Experiencing tremors, or shaking, after consuming alcohol can be a concerning and confusing symptom. Shaking from drinking alcohol can indicate underlying health problems or a [...]
What is Cross Addiction?
Addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue affecting millions of people worldwide. While many are familiar with the concept of addiction to a single substance, [...]
The Hidden Struggle: Nurses and Substance Abuse in Augusta, Georgia
Nurses serve as the backbone of the healthcare system, providing essential care, support and comfort to patients. However, the demanding nature of their job, coupled [...]
Bluff Achieves Veteran Ready Certification
ALTOONA, PA – August 5, 2024 — Bluff, a program within the Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. family of brands, has partnered with PsychArmor, the leader in [...]
I’m Taking Lyrica – Can I Still Have Alcohol?
Have you ever received a new medication and needed to educate yourself on the possible side effects of the drug? Have you ever taken an [...]
Can I Undo Damage From Alcohol?
Anyone who has had too much to drink one night knows that alcohol can have some significant effects on the body. You might feel disoriented, [...]
Understanding Alcoholism as a Chronic Disease of the Brain
Battling addiction is not easy. Those who struggle with addiction often share how lonely, disheartening and overall hard it is to face and fight addiction. [...]
The Psychological Effects of Alcohol Dependence
Alcohol dependence, also known as alcoholism, is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by strong cravings for alcohol, loss [...]