Do you or a loved one find it difficult to control how often you consume alcohol? Do you habitually drink beyond your limits to the point of extreme intoxication? If you have asked yourself, “Am I an alcoholic?” it may be time to take a serious look at your situation before your habit results in…
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According to the National Institutes on Drug Abuse report Substance Abuse Trends in Texas of 2014, people entering treatment for heroin addiction in Texas are younger than ever. Once primarily an addiction problem of people over the age of 30, 52% of addicted individuals entering Texas heroin treatment centers with heroin withdrawal symptoms are now…
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Crack, a solid and crystal form of cocaine, is an incredibly dangerous drug. Sadly, many people who begin using this drug develop an addiction. If you’re struggling with a crack cocaine addiction, the only way to truly recover is through a crack addiction rehab center that offers detox, treatment, and continual support. Long-term recovery is…
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Heroin is a highly addictive and dangerous illicit drug. Derived from morphine found in the seed pods of the opium poppy plant, heroin floods the brain with dopamine and creates intense feelings of pleasure and euphoria. Unfortunately, it damages the brain’s ability to naturally produce dopamine, quickly making one dependent on heroin for any joy…
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Today’s studies show holistic and traditional therapies help people from all walks of life recover from addiction. By pairing behavioral therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with alternative therapies, clients heal trauma, change thought patterns, and develop healthy coping tools. Exercise therapy programs are an increasingly popular treatment for addiction recovery.…
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Alternative therapies for substance abuse treatment are increasingly common. Art, music, dance, wilderness, and exercise are incorporated in addiction recovery programs for holistic healing and stress management. Today, meditation and meditation therapy for addiction are popular tools for reducing drug cravings, managing triggers, and providing people with stronger mind-body connections. If you or someone you…
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Most people want to help those that they care about. However, knowing how to help an alcoholic isn’t easy or straightforward. Sometimes, help looks a lot like enabling. Learning what it takes to help an alcoholic loved one get on the road to recovery can be beneficial for all involved. At San Antonio Recovery Center,…
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Every day, addiction and mental health disorders affect people across the country. Many people struggle to share their addiction with others and ask for help. Other people may have trouble knowing where to begin. Today, most addiction therapy programs use traditional talk therapy alongside alternative therapies. Experiential therapy is a leading alternative therapy for addiction…
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If you have a friend or loved one who uses drugs or alcohol to excess, you may have a concern about the possibility of an overdose. Drug and alcohol overdose can be fatal if not attended to quickly. It’s vital that you know the symptoms of an overdose to look out for. If your loved…
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Heroin overdose deaths have reached staggering heights in the last few years. At San Antonio Recovery Center, we’ve been proud to help people who are struggling to overcome heroin addiction. We can explore the question of “how much” heroin does it take to overdose, but the truth is that any heroin use is dangerous. Knowing…
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