There are millions all around the nation that are struggling with hellacious addictions to various substances. Unfortunately, this is not a new issue, as it has been going on for centuries. Although, more potent and prominent substances have certainly contributed to the problem’s growth. Fortunately, while addiction can be an arduous battle, it is far from impossible […]
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Substances can change a person’s life in many different ways. It can cause major detriment to the actual individual struggling with addiction, as well as to their loved ones. Someone may not even have to be an addict for substances to cause some form of detriment. This can be seen within relationships between parents and […]
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It is an incredible achievement when an individual is finally able to break free of their addiction. When they initially cease to use substances and make it into recovery, it can feel absolutely fantastic. Of course, this is an absolutely amazing accomplishment, but this is not all addiction recovery consists of. A person must also be able […]
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A former addiction treatment client, who chose to remain anonymous, recently came forward and intimately shared their feelings and experiences regarding going into and through addiction treatment. This took a lot of courage and drive, as being open about one’s recovery is not necessarily the easiest thing to do by any means at all. In […]
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Most of us look forward to the holidays and are excited about getting together with friends and loved ones. But, for those individuals who are struggling with addiction, the season can be a stressful and challenging time. As the holidays draw near, a person who is dependent on drugs or alcohol may find themselves indulging in […]
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Learning to live without drugs is not an easy process. It’s like trying to become a different person. You’ve gotten used to relying on that buzz to get you through the day or night. The thought of being just a sober, bored person does not appeal to you at all. Regular life and regular people […]
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Most people today have a generalized idea about addiction. They understand that there are far too many addicts in the world. But, the majority of Americans don’t spend much time thinking about the subject, unless a family member becomes addicted. At that point, they want answers about what to do for their loved one. The […]
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The Lonely Beginnings of Addiction Addiction and loneliness are closely intertwined, exacerbating one another, creating a dangerous cycle. Often, addiction begins as a type of self-medication, sometimes to medicate the loneliness one might be feeling. Indeed, a lack of meaningful relationships or social support can leave someone feeling pretty down, with nowhere else to turn […]
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The complexities of both the physical and mental aspects to addiction continue to baffle those of us who aren’t educated on the issue. I’ve been blogging about addiction for over two years now, and while I’ve gained some general knowledge, and have read countless internet articles about a wide variety of addiction issues, I confess […]
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This post is personal. I won’t be providing extensive factual backup to why I hold the opinions that I do. This post is about two things: My very limited experience with drugs, and a close family member’s much longer and ongoing battle with drugs and alcohol. Like a lot of teenagers, I tried drugs […]
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