Addiction relapse is a serious issue that can range from mild to life-threatening. Many people struggle to stay sober even after completing residential or outpatient treatment programs. Understanding the most common causes of relapse can help you identify potential triggers and recognize how to prevent them. Let’s explore five of the most common causes of…
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Most long-term heroin addiction treatment programs provide residential rehab for 90 days or more. This longer stay can be more effective for overcoming the powerful drug than a traditional residential program of only a few weeks to a month in length. Within an extended treatment program, some people who may fail within shorter rehab stays…
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These days people are looking more and more for things they can manage from the safety of their homes. Can you add drug rehab to that list? Drug rehab centers are typically seen as a live-in facility, but there are at-home drug rehab programs that you can consider. Here’s what you should know. What Is…
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Anxiety treatment offers relief if you’re experiencing overwhelming stress at some point in life. For instance, you may feel tensed about sitting for an exam, a job interview, or even undergoing a medical test. Some people are even terrified by a sudden stock market drop, and can quickly go into depression. For many people worldwide…
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Animal-assisted therapy is one of the holistic treatment options available to help men and women overcome drug addiction. Sometimes it can feel like people do not understand or want to help. However, having an animal by your side can make a big difference in your quality of life and your desire to overcome your addiction.…
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It is easy enough to tell when someone has been drinking. Signs include slurred speech, lowered inhibitions, the smell of alcohol on their breath, and a lack of coordination. But to recognize a problem drinker, it may be a matter of adding up the out-of-sync behaviors over time, depending on how close one is to…
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If you’ve recently completed treatment, the early days of recovery can be exciting yet overwhelming. There are new experiences and challenges to navigate as you get used to living throughout the day without drinking or using drugs. As daunting as it may seem, there are many strategies that you can use to maintain your sobriety…
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Is attending an Alcoholics Anonymous program (AA) a part of your alcohol addiction treatment plan but you’re not sure how effective it is? Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects millions of US adults and the drinking habit can be difficult to kick. The challenges increase the need for those in recovery to attend sober groups such…
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Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are a class of drugs that doctors commonly prescribe to treat anxiety, panic attacks, and insomnia. While these medications can be helpful for those who take them as prescribed by their doctor, benzos can also be dangerous if misused. Therefore, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of benzo abuse so…
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College and Adderall unfortunately have a closer connection than some people realize. Is your child at risk for Adderall addiction while in college? Let’s take a closer look. Do you need to know more about Adderall addiction treatment? Call us today at . The Facts About Adderall Abuse in College Students Adderall is one of…
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