Confronting someone about their addiction can be one of the most challenging things to do. It takes a lot of courage and strength to speak up and tell someone that you are worried about how they’re using drugs or alcohol. […]
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Addiction does not discriminate. For many reasons, it can happen to anyone at any age and at any time. Understanding these reasons is key to getting to the root of addiction and treating it, and avoiding these triggers is vital
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Starting Treatment Now May Be The Right Move The holiday season can be stressful with shopping for gifts, decorating homes, making travel plans and more. For others, however, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season may take a back
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Whether it’s detox, rehab, 12-step meetings, learning to curb the use of drugs, managing our lives in new ways or dealing with cravings, anything associated with stopping our addictions is often incredibly uncomfortable (at first) and requires a great deal
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Stress is everywhere. Sometimes, even in our efforts to get away or protect ourselves from stress, we, unfortunately, find more. Creating a fun self-care list can quickly become a demanding to-do list if we’re not careful and don’t take a
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Recognizing drug or alcohol abuse or addiction in oneself, a family member or a friend can be more complicated than it seems, filled with obstacles and requiring a deep well of resilience to overcome. An addiction is a chronic disease
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Prescription drugs seem safe to many people because they have been legally prescribed by a physician. However, if you take your prescription medication in ways not intended, you can become seriously ill. Combining medications, even those prescribed to you, can
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What is polysubstance abuse? Polysubstance abuse describes a disorder that involves more than one chemical substance. If you mix alcohol with benzos, for instance, you may be struggling with a polysubstance use disorder and may need to seek a prescription drug
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A lot of people who use marijuana believe they have virtually no chance of getting addicted to the drug. However, current research clearly shows that, when used habitually, all forms of cannabis create the changes in your brain required to
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No matter where you work, sharing your workplace with someone who shows signs of being a drug user can be distressing and worrisome. Whether it’s your co-worker, assistant, or boss who shows these signs of addiction, it can disrupt your
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