Do I have a sleeping pill addiction? That is one of the most critical questions you should ask yourself if you believe you may be relying too much on sleeping pills. If you do, it’s time to consider substance use treatment. Sleeping pills rank among the most commonly prescribed medications in today’s society. Many people…
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One of the most significant challenges in life is figuring out how to how to help someone with a drug addiction who doesn’t want help. Recovery from drug addiction is challenging, even when those in need of assistance are ready and willing to work toward sobriety. It’s even harder when they don’t want your help…
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Every year, thousands of people die from heroin overdose. While not all overdoses are fatal, they are all incredibly severe. An overdose occurs quickly, and therefore, understanding the timeline is crucial. Ultimately, the only way to avoid a heroin overdose completely is by ending addiction and finding sobriety. The most effective way to break free…
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Having someone you love struggling with addiction can be challenging, especially if you’ve never dealt with something like this before. It can be challenging to know how to help them, let alone cope with the situation yourself. So that you can better understand your situation, let’s discuss how to recognize the signs of addiction, how…
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Do you know how addiction can change someone’s personality? In fact, the effects of addiction on personality have been known for quite some time. Several studies have been conducted that demonstrate the effects that addiction causes on an individual’s brain and on their personality. The specialists at our drug and alcohol rehab center are here…
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Do you know what drugs are benzos? Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are medications prescribed by doctors that are addictive when misused or illicitly used. In 2018 alone, 5.2 million adults misused the drug for its euphoric effects, and many might not have realized that benzos can have long-lasting effects on the brain. The problem with misuse is…
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The idea of therapy often conjures the classic milieu of a patient and a therapist alone in a dark-lit, comfortable room discussing their emotions. Certainly, individual therapy remains a cornerstone of addiction treatment even if it isn’t conducted in quite so stereotypical a way. Group therapy is another method used by many addiction treatment providers.…
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Therapists in rehab facilities face a predicament. They treat clients from all occupations and backgrounds who enroll in treatment to recover from addiction to drugs or alcohol. Therefore, it’s impossible for therapists to rely on only one set of counseling techniques. That’s why high-quality facilities will offer a variety of addiction treatment therapies and programs.…
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Drug and alcohol addiction can destroy lives, relationships, and careers. Addiction is a chronic and complex disease that can be difficult to overcome. However, recovery is possible with the right treatment and support. Let’s discuss 90-day treatment programs, their benefits, and how they can help those struggling with addiction. Also, let’s take a look at…
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Why is it some people become addicted to drugs or alcohol and others don’t? The answer may be linked to the causes and risk factors of addiction. Regardless of how it happens, addiction therapy programs can assist in your recovery. Call us today at 866.957.7885 to learn more. What Is Addiction? Addiction also referred to…
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