The holiday season is supposed to be a joyous celebration of the things that make people happy, such as family, friendship, and togetherness. It is meant to be a time when people make good memories, but all too often the festivities are also a trigger for those who are recovering from alcohol addiction. Dealing with…
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Our physical and mental health don’t exist independently of one another. All areas of our health are connected. Many drug and alcohol addiction rehabs provide well-balanced eating plans and nutritional counseling as part of their programs. Addiction specialists understand the link between good nutrition and mental health. When clients feed their bodies a nutrient-rich diet,…
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Many people don’t understand what alcoholism is or how to spot it, which is why thousands of people don’t get the help they need. Without an understanding of addiction, individuals can justify a drinking problem. Not only that, but an individual’s friends and family may think that he or she doesn’t have a problem at…
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You already know what alcohol abuse looks like, and you thought you and your family would be okay dealing with it. However, you’ve started to realize that your loved one has developed an addiction. No longer just an alcohol abuser, they’re now alcohol dependent. Do you know how to live with an alcoholic? What can…
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An estimated two million people are currently struggling with opioid addiction. With so many individuals struggling with this rising epidemic, it’s important to understand the issue’s ins and outs. One of the biggest confusions surrounding the outbreak is the difference between opioids and opiates and how they affect those who use them. If you or…
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The options for addiction treatment can be divided into two main categories. The first is inpatient treatment, which is simply when a patient is admitted into a care facility to receive treatment. While this may be effective for those who have struggled with substance use for a long time, it may not be the best…
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Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a kind of talk therapy that focuses on teaching patients how to recognize and challenge negative and unhelpful thought patterns in order to develop healthier behaviors. In fact, CBT is a widely used and highly effective therapy in the treatment of substance use disorders. The techniques taught through CBT equips…
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Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic-depression, is a chronic mood disorder in which the patient displays intense emotional states. While it’s normal for people to have shifts in mood, someone with bipolar disorder experiences extreme emotions that can last for prolonged periods of time. Symptoms of bipolar disorder may cause disruptions in everyday life, making…
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You’ve lost enough time feeding into chemical dependency, and it’s time to take control of your life again. Fortunately, rehab centers in San Antonio can help you do it, whether you live in Texas or not. Taking Your Life Back Addiction can cause devastating effects. The disease involves more than the financial consequences of prioritizing drugs…
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Deciphering the differences between inpatient and outpatient rehab Austin offers for addiction can seem overwhelming to many people. The goal of the following information is to provide additional facts about the differences between specific types of treatment options. To start with, we also need a proper understanding of what it means to suffer from an…
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