Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a disease that spreads its deadly tentacles into every aspect of your life. Nothing is immune, including your job, relationships, coping skills, finances, and even your physical and mental health. Because addiction is so destructive and pervasive, recovery is an incredibly time-intensive, exhausting, and challenging process. Therefore, it is…
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Xanax is a medication that helps many individuals cope with panic and anxiety disorders. It is a benzodiazepine that acts on the central nervous system to produce a calming effect. Unfortunately, prolonged use can result in increased tolerance and addiction. At San Antonio Recovery Center, our Xanax addiction treatment is designed to help patients work…
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Heroin is among the most highly addictive and most deadly drugs. There are many surprising facts, perhaps little-known facts, about heroin use, addiction, and recovery. One aspect of recovery is concerned with breaking the addiction. The professional team at San Antonio Recovery Center understands addiction, the downward spiral, and the path to recovery. Do you…
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Addiction is a complex disease impacting the function of the brain. The part of the brain that causes addiction is called the mesolimbic dopamine pathway. It is sometimes called the reward circuit of the brain. Let’s take a deeper look into the causes of addiction and how this area of the brain is impacted. Addiction…
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People from all walks of life use methamphetamines. Also known as meth, methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant. Unfortunately, people use meth every day. Meth is so addictive people can develop dependency after one use. Meth is often produced illegally in homemade labs that are unregulated. This means that it’s hard for someone to know…
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If you observe signs of Adderall abuse in yourself or someone you care about, you should consider an Adderall addiction rehab program. Like most addictive substances, Adderall can ruin someone’s life if they’re addicted to it. Yes, it’s a drug you can obtain legally. However, that counts for nothing if you misuse it. The longer…
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Your normal prescription medication can get addictive if you do not follow the doctor’s instructions of how, when and how much to take. Most of the most addictive prescription drugs are pain suppressors or tranquilizers. Do you need to know more about prescription drug addiction rehab? Call us today at 866.957.7885 for answers. Most Addictive…
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Cocaine is a popular white powder snorted at parties, clubs, and festivals and is derived from the South American coca plant. This stimulant offers an immediate euphoric high that makes people more alert. Unfortunately, cocaine is highly addictive and often leads to crack cocaine use. People overdose on cocaine and crack cocaine every day. A…
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Xanax is a widely prescribed medication in the United States. It is also incredibly addictive, with a high potential for abuse. Doctors prescribe Xanax for people with severe anxiety or panic issues, as it can produce a calming effect. However, the drug can also have some undesired effects on your brain. Some of these include…
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Alcoholism is an addiction, but it does not have to rule your life. Because drinking is legal and socially acceptable, if not encouraged, it can quietly take control of your life. The move from alcohol use to abuse to dependency can be insidious. San Antonio Recovery Center has professional, compassionate staff with experience in treating…
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