Addiction

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Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Substance Use Disorder in Drug and Alcohol Treatment

Ever wondered why many individuals struggling with substance abuse often have a history of traumatic experiences? This article delves into the intricate link between trauma and substance abuse, shedding light on why understanding this connection is crucial for effective drug and alcohol treatment.

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The Journey to Recovery: How You May Feel When Deciding to Enter Treatment for Addiction

It started one Friday night with friends, having fun and cutting loose.  Over time, the fun turns to a feeling of hopelessness, as you become devoted to feeding your addiction. Making the decision to enter treatment for addiction is an incredibly courageous and life-altering choice. It’s a momentous step on the path to recovery, one

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The Effects of Alcohol on The Brain: What You Probably Don’t Know

Drinking alcohol is widely accepted in society today.  It is often a big part of holiday gatherings and celebrations. Over the last 40 years, scientists have begun to study the effects of alcohol on the brain and overall health. This knowledge is slowly becoming more accepted within our society and behavioral changes can be seen

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If you knew then what you know now; when parents face their adult child’s addiction and the actions taken before it was too late

Wake up parents you may be missing the signs of substance abuse Raising children is full of both joy and challenges. They do not come with an easy-to-read manual.  As parents, we love and cherish our innocent babies and watch them change and come into their own as they grow.  They are also products of

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What You Keed to know About the Current Illicit Drug Trends and Treatment Options for Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) Recovery in 2023

There is a wide variety of substances and patterns of abuse, but in 2023, opioid abuse and overdose rates are on the rise and require the nation’s attention. The opioid overdose rates are largely due to synthetic opioid fentanyl and Polysubstance abuse. Though painkiller alternatives are being developed, the need to address the underlying issues

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Detox, what’s it like, and what to expect if your body and mind are dependent on alcohol?

Drinking is socially acceptable and readily available; it is everywhere and the first thing you’re offered when greeted by the absolute best party host. If it is a problem, alcohol’s accessibility makes abstinence a challenge. Approximately 6.2% of Americans aged 18 years old and older meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder. When most

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Instead of the 12 days of Christmas, try these 12 strategic tips to stay sober this holiday season!

The holidays are ripe with stress and unrealistic expectations;  it’s important to protect yourself from relapse during the holiday when the alcohol, excitement, and emotions flow more readily than usual. Those that have been in recovery from substance use disorder for a while, you’ve experienced the joy and inner freedom of being clean and sober.

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Alcohol consumption has both physical benefits and drawbacks to the body.

Once alcohol enters your system, there are immediate physiological changes in your organs including the brain, heart, and liver which can lead to long-term health complications. Here are some little and well-known facts about your favorite cocktails, liquors, beers, and wines. The alcohol we consume in our beverages is ethanol, the only form of alcohol you can drink

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Knowing these critical facts about drugs and alcohol could be a game-changer Alcohol consumption has both physical and emotional drawbacks to the body. Once alcohol enters your system, there are immediate physiological changes among your organs including the brain, heart, and liver which can lead to long-term health complications. Here are some little and well-known

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Has the coronavirus pandemic affected Americans negatively, causing them to drink more as a way of coping with global uncertainty?

Studies show that within 12 months of a  major disaster in The United States, alcohol consumption increases by more than 35%. It makes sense that during the worldwide pandemic Covid-19, alcohol sales have increased by more than 50%.  What does this statistic suggest? The stay-at-home orders are keeping us at home, and many people are turning

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