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Prescriptions Addiction to prescription medication is a growing concern. Due to the availability of prescription drugs and the increased number of patients doctors need to manage, the risk of developing an addiction is more likely. Youths and young adults are also turning to prescription drugs for a feeling of euphoria because it is easy to….
The Basics of Opiate Addiction Physicians prescribe drugs containing opiates because they are very effective. It also appears to be the case that drug companies are doing everything they can to avoid informing doctors and patients that these opiates are as addictive as they are. Because they are addictive, unsuspecting people may start to take….
Drug Addiction It is estimated that more than 20 million people in the United States suffer from drug addiction. Of these, millions will seek help only to relapse many times before they finally either recover or succumb to a life of addiction that will plague them forever. Still thousands more will die as a result….
Addiction Center Find out how various types of drug addiction can cause adverse reactions and result in long term consequences if left untreated. If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, or if you suspect a substance abuse problem, you can find the information you need here. The addiction center is….
Aftercare After they complete their drug or alcohol treatment, recovering addicts have the option of entering into a sober living facility. The sober living facility offers people just out of rehab a place to live that they can be assured will be free of drugs and alcohol. The added benefit is that everyone is committed….
Alcohol Rehab Guide Due to the wide availability of alcohol in stores, restaurants and homes throughout the country, this substance is often mistaken as a harmless additive to drinks and meals alike. Just about every adult in the country has had at least a single episode of drinking alcohol and most of those have been….
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Alcoholism The stronghold that alcohol can take on an individual is absolutely devastating. Alcoholism can lead to many adverse health effects, social effects, emotional effects and consequences. Problematic drinking is often the cause of financial distress, emotional problems, relationship problems and a world of other hurt and pain that comes with this deadly disease. Despite….
Addiction Center Find out how various types of drug addiction can cause adverse reactions and result in long term consequences if left untreated. If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, or if you suspect a substance abuse problem, you can find the information you need here. The addiction center is….
Aftercare After they complete their drug or alcohol treatment, recovering addicts have the option of entering into a sober living facility. The sober living facility offers people just out of rehab a place to live that they can be assured will be free of drugs and alcohol. The added benefit is that everyone is committed….
Ativan Rehab Ativan is a drug doctors prescribe for their patients who are suffering from anxiety. When taken according to the physician’s instructions, it relieves people of their symptoms very well. If these patients begin to take the medication in a way other than was intended, they are susceptible to developing a dependence on it…..
Ambien Rehab Insomnia is a problem that many Americans face. In a fast-paced society, it is easy to get caught up and end up facing difficulty sleeping. Ambien is a prescription medication that doctors provide to help patients fall asleep and stay asleep for a short period of time. In most cases, doctors will limit….
Alcohol Rehab Guide Due to the wide availability of alcohol in stores, restaurants and homes throughout the country, this substance is often mistaken as a harmless additive to drinks and meals alike. Just about every adult in the country has had at least a single episode of drinking alcohol and most of those have been….
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Addiction Center Find out how various types of drug addiction can cause adverse reactions and result in long term consequences if left untreated. If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, or if you suspect a substance abuse problem, you can find the information you need here. The addiction center is….
Aftercare After they complete their drug or alcohol treatment, recovering addicts have the option of entering into a sober living facility. The sober living facility offers people just out of rehab a place to live that they can be assured will be free of drugs and alcohol. The added benefit is that everyone is committed….
Prescription Drug Rehab Prescription drug addiction is somewhat of a pandemic in the United States. In fact, thousands of people now suffer from a dangerous and potentially deadly addiction to prescription drugs ranging from anti-anxiety medications to painkillers. If you or someone you love is addicted to prescription medications and you’re feeling like there is….
Heroin Rehab Guide Heroin is a deadly drug that causes what some consider the most severe physical addiction of any other drug on the street today. It has been stated that just a single use of heroin begins changes in the chemical makeup of the brain and the body causing physical dependence after a single….
Cocaine Addiction Rehab Guide Cocaine addiction is a disease that affects thousands of people and their families in many adverse ways. Not only does it cause financial distress, an addiction to cocaine can also lead to physical and psychological health consequences that are difficult to beat. Those who are depending on cocaine can suffer a….
Alcohol Rehab Guide Due to the wide availability of alcohol in stores, restaurants and homes throughout the country, this substance is often mistaken as a harmless additive to drinks and meals alike. Just about every adult in the country has had at least a single episode of drinking alcohol and most of those have been….
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6 Indicators Preceding a Relapse
Returning to real life from rehab is rife with challenges. Addicts must essentially learn to live again. As with any illness, looking for warning signs prior to a relapse is critical for recovery. It is important to remember that substance use disorders are real illnesses with symptoms and signs, just like diabetes, asthma and other….
How to Help a Loved One Overcome Drug Addiction
Substance abuse rates within the United States continue to rise, with 8.3 percent of the population reporting active drug use in 2002 compared to 9.2 percent of the population in 2012, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Out of the 9.2 percent, as much as 8.9 percent of active users fall under the….
After 120 Days in Treatment, Here are 7 Things We Learned to Expect in Addiction Therapy
Attending an extended inpatient rehabilitation facility can help establish a firm foundation for continued recovery from drug addiction. Intensive treatment offers education and support for patients. While some people feel 120 days of treatment should be sufficient to help substance abusers kick the habit, professionals understand that inpatient treatment is merely a training ground for….
5 Intimacy Building Activities to Enhance Recovery Relationships
Whether embarking on a new relationship with a recovering alcoholic or addict, or attempting to rebuild one that survived the perils of addiction, rebuilding intimacy is key. For addicts in recovery, learning to manage emotions and build healthy, intimate relationships can be a struggle. There are, however, some simple activities, based on Erikson’s Stages of….