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You had a little too much to drink and now you need to sober up fast. We’ve all been there. There are a lot of supposed “cures” out there that people claim will help you sober up quickly, but do any of them really work? In this article, we’ll walk you through some of the most common myths about sobering up quickly and explain what will actually help you sober up and start feeling better.
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Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow can I stay sober long term?
Tiffany Douglass, MATiffany Douglass is the Founder of Wellness Retreat Recovery Center, a JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) accredited drug and alcohol treatment program based in San Jose, California. She is also the Executive Director for Midland Tennessee at JourneyPure. She has over ten years of experience in substance abuse treatment and was appointed a Global Goodwill Ambassador in 2019 for her efforts in residential addiction treatment. Tiffany earned a BA in Psychology from Emory University in 2004 and an MA in Psychology with an emphasis on Organization Behavior and Program Evaluation from Claremont Graduate University in 2006.
Founder, Wellness Retreat Recovery CenterTry to get involved in a community you enjoy to help keep you busy and build a support system. You should also consider seeing a therapist. Therapy can help you understand why you drink, and then you can make changes to your life to break bad habits.
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Tips
- Talk to a therapist if you have concerns about how much you drink. A therapist can help give you an unbiased perspective and recommend helpful tools and resources.[9]Thanks
- If you know you’re going to be drinking, try alternating every other drink with a glass of water so you stay hydrated.Thanks
Warnings
- Never drive or operate machinery if you’ve been drinking.Thanks
- You can continue to absorb alcohol even after you go to sleep or pass out.[10]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/caffeine-and-alcohol.htm
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3484320/
- ↑ https://www.insider.com/things-that-will-not-sober-you-up-2019-7
- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-poisoning/
- ↑ https://www.outsideonline.com/2419342/alternative-flours-gluten-free
- ↑ https://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/parentsandstudents/students/factsheets/factsaboutalcoholpoisoning.aspx
- ↑ Murphy Perng. Certified Wine Consultant. Expert Interview. 15 March 2019.
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/7-steps-to-cure-your-hangover-and-ginkgo-biloba-whats-the-verdict
- ↑ Tiffany Douglass, MA. Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist. Expert Interview. 10 March 2020.
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If you need to sober up fast, stop drinking alcohol immediately, since it takes your body an hour to process each drink you’ve had. You should also drink a glass of water for every drink you’ve had to dilute the alcohol. To combat the alcohol's effects, eat some light snacks, like peanuts or crackers. Once you’ve got food and water in your system, take a 30-minute nap, since rest is crucial when you need to sober up. Remember to avoid common mistakes when trying to feel sober, like taking a cold shower or drinking coffee, because these methods may make you feel more alert but won’t reduce the effects of alcohol. For tips on how to prepare for a night of drinking beforehand, read on!
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