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July 15, 2022
If you suspect that someone in your life has been using meth, it is important to learn about the signs and potential effects of this extremely harmful drug. When a person is under the influence of meth, they are a danger to themselves and others. Meth...
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June 30, 2022
Substance abuse and addiction pose significant dangers for people of all ages and genders. But there are some distinct differences in how members of certain demographic groups use or are affected by alcohol and other drugs. For example, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has...
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June 18, 2022
When you hear the word “chain” used in reference to chain of addiction, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? For many people, this word likely conjures an image of being trapped by the chains of addiction. If this is what you thought of,...
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June 11, 2022
Why do addicts relapse when things are good? is a question we may ask ourselves. Many people abuse alcohol and other drugs in an attempt to cope with stress or failure. In times of despair, they turn to substances as a way to numb themselves to...
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June 4, 2022
Developing healthy habits and productive routines is an important part of recovery. But if you become overly dependent on your new hobbies or pursuits, you risk replacing one addiction with another. Compulsive behaviors, which are also often referred to as process addictions, can undermine your ability...
Read MoreMay 28, 2022
Alcoholism is a type of addiction that is characterized by the abuse of alcohol. It is known as a progressive disease, which means that it worsens over time. It is one of the most common forms of addiction in the United States. According to the National...
Read MoreMay 22, 2022
Normally, individuals who abuse meth will eventually experience psychosis. Psychosis is usually a terrifying and dangerous condition, and is one of the worst consequences of amphetamine abuse. Meth induced psychosis, a mental state in which individuals experience unclear thoughts, hallucinations, false beliefs, and paranoia. If you...
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May 5, 2022
Narcan is not used for alcohol. It is the brand name for the drug Naloxone, a drug used to treat opioid overdoses. Narcan is sometimes confused with Naltrexone (Vivitrol), a drug used in alcohol treatment, to avert cravings and aid in the recovery process. Naltrexone alcohol...
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April 16, 2022
If you have developed an addiction to fentanyl it can seem impossible to face the withdrawal process. Opiate addiction, of any kind, causes intense physical dependency. Users often find themselves needing more of the drug more often, which leads to a vicious cycle. The more an...
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