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What are Some Addiction Treatment Options?
Addiction takes many forms. It is commonly associated with alcohol or drugs, and can fall into different categories depending on the type of substance involved. The most common categories of addictive substances are depressants, stimulants, and opioids. The type of addiction involved may govern which specific program or therapist a patient engages in, but the […]
Why Quitting Cold-Turkey Doesn’t Always Work
People with addictions have often experienced such harsh chemical reactions to substances that they literally cannot quit cold-turkey. While some may try, the addiction is often too strong, and they typically fall back into the cycle. A rehab or detox center is often the best place to go to get help in quitting. The following […]
Women and Prescription Drug Abuse
For many years, addiction was considered to be a man’s disease. Over the past few decades, women have begun to catch up with men in drug and alcohol abuse, but most especially when it comes to prescription drugs. Five times as many women die each day from an overdose caused by prescription medication compared to […]
Tips for Helping a Loved One with an Addiction
When a close friend, family member, or loved one has an addiction, it affects everyone in their life. It is often difficult to watch someone that you care for self-destruct, especially if you feel helpless about the situation. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to addiction, which is why it is so important to […]
What You Can Do if You Are Afraid of Admitting Your Addiction
It’s understandably scary to admit that you have an addiction. The truth of the matter is that by hiding the fact, you are damaging yourself and others more than anything else. You may feel that people will judge you, that you will lose the relationships that you have, or that you won’t be able to […]
Incorporating Different Approaches for Successful Addiction Treatment
An effective drug treatment program incorporates several different approaches to help clients recover and prevent relapse, even after leaving a treatment center. While each individual aspect of treatment is important, they are most effective when they work together to create a multifaceted program that addresses all parts of an addiction. Adequate Time In order for […]
3 Sober Activities to Keep You on the Wagon
For many recovering addicts, figuring out what to do for fun without drugs or alcohol is a challenge. Often, many years were spent using addictive substances in social and even family situations. Outside of treatment, it is important to determine the activities you enjoy doing while sober so that you will stay on the wagon […]
What a Rehab or Detox Center Can Do for You
Going to a rehab or detox center isn’t the only choice you have for addiction recovery, but it is the best option that you have. There are many programs and people available to help, but without the proper, qualified services, it will be harder to manage your situation. The following are some benefits of choosing […]
3 Ways a Treatment Center Can Help
Asking for help is not always easy, especially if you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse. For many people, the most difficult part of the process is making that first call. Getting past the initial step allows for addicts to find help and solace as they work to build a new life […]
Improving Your Self-Esteem During or After Rehab
Whether you have spent months in a rehab facility undergoing detoxification, or if you are currently working on quitting on your own, it is essential that you don’t lose yourself to the anguish or shame that you might feel. Improving your self-esteem both during and after rehabilitation isn’t always easy, but it can be done […]