Is synthetic pot (marijuana) really turning people into zombies? You may have seen footage and reports of users staggering around with their eyes rolled back and sounding as if a demon possesses them. You might think it’s some audition for an episode of “The Walking Dead.” Police have described users of synthetic weed (also known […]
Codependent relationships are one-sided, unhealthy relationships where one person is highly or completely dependent on another person to meet their emotional and self-esteem needs. At the same time, they enable the other person in the relationship to maintain self-destructive behaviors, such as alcohol or drug abuse. recognizing and overcoming codependency Codependency Serves a Need Codependent
Long Term Effects of AlcoholAlcohol remains one of the most popular psychoactive substances in the United States, with more than half of all adults drinking on at least a monthly basis. While alcohol is legal to purchase and consume and is popular at many social events, parties, and sports games, it has the potential to
After getting sober, I immediately wanted to apologize to everyone I knew. Especially those closest to me because I had hurt them the most. When I left inpatient treatment and finally had clear eyes, I could see how much damage I had done. It was horrifying. My instinct to apologize was overwhelming. I shared this
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Inpatient vs. Outpatient TreatmentWhen you struggle with a substance abuse disorder or alcoholism, you may wonder what the benefits of inpatient vs. outpatient treatment are and which option is best for you.Substance abuse disorders are one of the most common public health problems in the country. What makes addiction such a dangerous and cunning disease
When the fog of not knowing never seems to lift, and you’re fed up. Perhaps from repeated arrests for driving under the influence, your spouse tossing you out of the house, your kids hating you, or your job jeopardized, all is not lost. You may not be able to quit drinking or drugs on your
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For many struggling with addiction and substance abuse, detox is the most dreaded part of treatment. This is why it is so important you or your loved ones know how to choose the right detox program. You may have heard about medical detox, but you don’t know if you should be using medications at all.
Risk Factors for AddictionAll psychoactive substances have the potential to cause addiction and dependence. Addiction doesn’t have a known cause, meaning that anyone can develop a substance abuse disorder. However, there are several major risk factors for addiction.Addiction has serious consequences. Struggling with a substance abuse disorder can make it difficult to maintain regular employment,
Many alcohol rehab centers provide a relaxing atmosphere for addicts to focus on one thing only: recovery. Such alcohol rehab centers are not vacation resorts, although they may look that way. No doubt, the amenities, and therapies are attractive options for people who can choose where they go for drug and alcohol rehab. Would you
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Many struggling with substance use disorder and their loved ones need to know the difference between methamphetamine and amphetamine. In terms of chemistry, these two drugs are very similar. Both are controlled substances, can be abused, and are addictive. But while both of these drugs can have serious consequences when abused, one is much worse
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