Addiction Recovery

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How Utilizing Talk Therapy Can Help Manage Addiction

People can be hesitant to participate in talk therapy. This can be due to discomfort around sharing their problems with a stranger, or perhaps they just aren’t sure what to expect. These are understandable reasons for reluctance, but for people in recovery, the benefits of psychotherapy should far outweigh hesitancy.  Medication and rehab can only do […]

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Understanding the Effects of Alcohol on the Body

The pleasurable effects of alcohol on the body are what typically encourage people to drink. Individuals feel relaxed, happy, and sociable. These are the most enjoyable parts of indulging in a glass of wine or beer at a social event or after a stressful day. Unfortunately, alcohol also has some undesirable effects. If you find

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How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

With all the demands of modern life, it can be hard to stay on top of everything. Your energy and attention may be pulled in many directions between work or school, relationships, household responsibilities, and concerns about how you will pay your bills with seemingly no end in sight to rapid inflation. Some people try

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What Are Whippets?

Whippets have been around for some time, but they are experiencing a surge in popularity due to a substance called Galaxy Gas. The repackaging of this inhalant and the widespread use of social media among young people has helped quickly increase interest in easily accessible inhalants. Unfortunately, inhalants can be harmful to one’s health, so

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Common Ketamine Side Effects You Should Know

Depression is a mental health condition that can be both stubborn and elusive, prompting the need for new and innovative treatments. Ketamine, an anesthetic medication, has shown some promise in managing depressive symptoms. But like other drugs, ketamine has an addictive potential along with other adverse effects. Educate yourself before deciding on whether to try

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A woman is laying down on the couch with a headache. She is experiencing the affects of alcohol on her body.

How Does Alcohol Affect the Body

Some people don’t realize the significant impact that alcohol can have on mental and physical health. It can worsen conditions like anxiety and depression and also has a long list of adverse effects on your physical body.If you have a tumultuous relationship with alcohol and are starting to notice its impact on your body, it

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Recognizing Prescription Drug Abuse in Women

Although substance misuse affects both women and men, the contributing factors and recovery needs for each can be somewhat different. There are a variety of reasons that a woman may become dependent or addicted to prescription drugs, but the most important thing to know is that there is hope.Enrolling in our women’s rehab in Florida

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Addiction and Anxiety

An astounding tens of millions of people in the United States experience anxiety disorders each year, making them one of the most common mental health conditions. Even more concerning is that a considerable portion of those with anxiety disorders also have challenges with substance use disorders (SUD). Co-occurring disorders like these can be more difficult

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Managing Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms

One of the biggest deterrents to quitting heroin is worry over experiencing withdrawal symptoms. This is an understandable concern, as long-term heroin use can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms if you try to quit or cut back on your own. However, there are ways to minimize the discomfort through medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and other resources

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What Is Crack Cocaine?

Crack cocaine is an even more addictive and powerful stimulant than cocaine, having devastating effects on those who use it. Understanding the differences between crack cocaine and cocaine, along with the side effects and withdrawal symptoms, can help you recognize whether someone you know may need help.If you notice crack cocaine side effects in a

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