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It’s no surprise that since marijuana has become legalized in several states that addiction has risen in recent years. This is particularly true in college-aged young adults. Vaping has also increased, with some people having fatal results from smoking a black market product. These concerning facts, along with others, are the main focus of today’s…
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Just like the brain changes once you start drinking and addiction forms, the same thing happens when someone quits. However, it doesn’t just flip back to its pre-addictive state quickly. We’ll discuss more how it changes in today’s blog. The Effects of Drinking on the Brain In a study by the National Academy of…
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Sometimes addiction is a slow process that develops over time, or it can happen quickly, depending on genetics or other factors. Because it’s a complex brain disease, it can have extremely negative consequences on the person and those involved in their life. We’ll discuss what constitutes addiction and the most effective methods of treatment. Characteristics…
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Addiction and chronic pain disorders can be an egg or chicken issue. If one has a chronic pain disorder, they may turn to addictive drugs to get relief, or if one is addicted to drugs or alcohol, it can create pain disorders. Continue reading about these two co-mingling issues and how you can break the…
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Mental illness worldwide continues to be a problem, and it’s getting worse. Chemical imbalances characterize several types of mental illnesses; however, some affect people physically and emotionally. They can also co-occur with substance abuse and severely disrupt someone’s life. Learn about the five most common types of mental illness, with some co-occurring with each other…
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2018 data shows 128 people overdosed every day in the United States from opioids. The opioid epidemic that has plagued the U.S., and even the world, has become a crisis. Data shows some staggering numbers that should make anyone concerned. Continue to read about the most current opioid statistics in today’s blog. How Opioids…
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There are many types of birth control, from pills and patches to condoms and other family planning. For individuals who are also going through alcohol detox, there is cause for concern. Today’s blog will focus on birth control and how it can affect both men and women on birth control. Does Alcohol Affect Birth…
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Assessing whether you’re an addict or struggling with substance abuse is not an easy nor comfortable task to perform, but it’s necessary to recognize the signs and get help. Continue reading to answer the questions below. If you answer yes to one or more, it’s time to reach out to a recovery treatment center. …
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Your adult-aged child has finished rehab, and now it’s time to move forward; however, you may not know or feel ill-prepared to do that. So what can you do as a parent to support your young adult in addiction recovery? Keep reading to see how best to support them as they progress through this journey.…
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Opioid addiction is challenging in and of itself. For recovering addicts, trying to manage pain without the use of more opioids, managing pain can be tricky. Relapse can occur with a new injury or disease, so ensuring you have support and care is crucial. Ready today’s blog to learn some tips on managing pain…
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