Alcohol shakes are a common symptom of alcohol withdrawal that may occur when a heavy or long-term drinker stops drinking. While not everyone who quits drinking experiences alcohol shakes, this is a ...

Alcohol withdrawal occurs when someone who is physically dependent on alcohol suddenly stops or reduces their drinking. In the most severe cases, the condition can be fatal. Many symptoms may arise ...

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 ...

Beginning a journey away from alcohol dependency marks a bold step forward. This transition, however, comes with its challenges. One of the most significant ones is alcohol withdrawal. For someone ...

Quitting alcohol gets talked about very casually, but anyone who’s tried to come off it after years of heavy drinking will tell you it’s anything but simple. It’s one of the most common dependencies ...

Darren Quelch wishes to acknowledge Sally Bradberry (Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Alcohol Lead), Arlene Copland (Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust Alcohol Nurse Consultant) and Carol ...

A person's basic personality traits might help predict if they will start drinking again after alcohol withdrawal. A new study shows that people with a strong desire for new experiences are more ...