All articles under Alcohol Treatment topic

Alcohol and Hot Flashes: How Drinking Triggers and Worsens Them

Does alcohol cause hot flashes? Drinking dilates blood vessels and disrupts thermoregulation, triggering and worsening hot flashes in many women. Here is the science.

Alcohol and Anxiety Medication: The Real Risks of Combining Them

Mixing alcohol with benzodiazepines or other anxiety medications carries serious risks, including respiratory depression. Here is the clinical picture and safer paths forward.

Naltrexone and Pregnancy: What the Evidence Actually Says

Is naltrexone safe during pregnancy? Here is an honest, evidence-based look at what current research shows, the FDA category C rating, and how to weigh the risks of AUD vs. medication.

One Year Sober: What to Expect at the 12 Month Mark

One year sober brings dramatic health, financial, and psychological changes. Here is what typically happens by the 12 month mark and how to think about what comes next.

Alcohol and Cholesterol Levels: What Drinking Actually Does to Your Lipid Panel

Alcohol raises triglycerides, modestly raises HDL, and has complex effects on LDL. Here is a clear look at what drinking does to cholesterol and what improves when you cut back.

Semaglutide for Binge Drinking: What the 2025 Trial Data Shows

Semaglutide reduced heavy drinking days in the 2025 alcohol use disorder trial. Here is what that means for binge drinking specifically and how it fits with other treatments.