Alcohol has significant short-term and long-term effects on the body’s organs, including the liver. The liver serves critical purposes, and one of its main roles is to help break down substances and eliminate toxins from the body. Excessive and long-term alcohol consumption can overwhelm the liver and hinder its ability to filter alcohol, damaging liver […]
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Do you have a parent or another family member who has dealt with drug or alcohol addiction? Are you noticing yourself exhibiting similar patterns and behaviors that could be problematic? Find out what could potentially lead to a bigger issue before you’re following in their footsteps. GENETIC FACTORS According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse […]
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Addiction transference is a condition in which a person addicted to one particular drug gets addicted to another while recovering from the previous drug. It is also called cross-addiction and it is a much more serious problem than being addicted to one drug. The reasons for this multiple addiction condition are many. Sometimes, people tend […]
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Withdrawals are a difficult but necessary step in any recovery journey. Symptoms can be scary and traumatic, leaving many to wonder if halting their substance use can lead to death. That’s why it’s important to learn how to categorize the different types of withdrawals and identify the dangers. The conditions listed below are characteristic of […]
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Even if you are already seeing a therapist for one-on-one sessions while in recovery, it’s a good idea to think about attending group therapy for additional support. There are numerous advantages to joining a group of people who are all experiencing similar challenges and triumphs as you are. Let’s take a look at how group therapy can […]
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The changes to your body during addiction and recovery can add new factors to consider when taking care of yourself. As you go through methadone treatment for opioid use disorder, you might experience weight gain. What causes this increase in weight? How can you maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI) during recovery? Learn the answers to […]
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Intervention is a series of steps you take when you find out your friend or loved one is addicted to a drug and can’t seem to get out of that habit. It is a carefully planned process, where you explain to the person with addiction, about their condition and present your solution to their addiction […]
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If you’re seeking treatment for addiction, your mind is probably swirling with questions and doubts. Most of those what-ifs and doubts tend to boil down to one thing: fear. You may fear the unknown. You may fear withdrawal. You may fear failure…or success. From the treatment process to figuring out how to pay for rehab, it is perfectly normal […]
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Marijuana is a drug that’s made from the dried leaves, stems, flowers, and seeds of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. Marijuana contains THC, which is a psychoactive chemical that produces a high. The prevalence of marijuana use has increased over the last decade and about 9 in 10 Americans favor some form of marijuana legalization, according to […]
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No matter where you’re spending the winter, the season can be a difficult one for anyone. With less sunlight, no leaves, cold weather, and often some amount of isolation because fewer people go out and do things, many of us are prone to depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder known as S.A.D. If you’re recovering from […]
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