St. John Health offers comprehensive substance abuse treatment through a network of hospitals and outpatient centers. Substance abuse can be as damaging to health and well being as physical illness. Just as you would seek a doctor for a broken bone or a diabetic condition, help is available from experienced medical professionals for treatment of substance abuse problems. Call our toll-free central information number,1-800-626-3896 24-hours a day.
Alcohol Use and Memory
Heavy alcohol consumption may affect short-term memory, according to a study in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. Heavy drinkers reported more than 30 percent more memory-related problems than those who said they didn't drink, and almost 25 percent more problems than those who said they drank only small amounts. Memory problems included missing appointments, forgetting birthdays and neglecting to pay bills on time.
