In today’s world, many people are grappling with addictions that negatively impact all aspects of their life. In many cases, individuals are struggling with their addictions with no hope in sight. They believe that reaching recovery is impossible. However, those struggling can realize that help is available to turn their life around. Now is the…
Binge drinking, frequent blackouts, and habitual drunkenness are signs of an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol abuse can kill. But what about quitting? Can you die from alcohol withdrawal? Quitting Cold-Turkey is a Bad Idea You resolve to put an end to the drinking habit and empty your bottles into the sink. You take the empties…
Once you begin a search for rehab centers, you’ll see that most use evidence-based treatment models. Many also include holistic therapy because addiction experts understand the need for integrated treatment. What is holistic therapy in addiction treatment? And how effective can it be? What Is Holistic Therapy? Holistic therapy may also be known as an…
With the massive drug addiction crisis going on, it’s important to have an education about the various substances. Many people know about the opioid crisis in the United States, but there is also a major issue with stimulants. Stimulants can come in the form of prescription amphetamines, cocaine as well as methamphetamine. Knowing the difference…
The disease of addiction can take complete control of your life, and it may seem like you’re in a hopeless cycle. What many people don’t understand is those who develop an addiction often want to stop but can’t. One of the major issues in our country today is the opioid epidemic, and many people have…
Many different addictions don’t get as much attention due to the overwhelming opioid crisis that we’re facing today. One of the reasons many people don’t get help is because they believe addiction isn’t as bad as other substances. The reality is that becoming dependent on any substance can begin to take control of your life…
One of the biggest issues our country faces today is the ongoing prescription drug addiction crisis. A primary reason as to why this crisis keeps getting worse is because the drugs are not illegal. Many think the primary source of the drug crisis is heroin, but most people started off with prescription medications like codeine.…
There’s a massive addiction crisis in the United States, and it involves many more substances than heroin and methamphetamines. You might be someone who is struggling with a prescription drug addiction to amphetamines. The prescription drug problem in our country is massive for a variety of reasons from over-prescribing to abuse. If you’re someone who…
Addiction is a powerful disease, but it’s possible to recover, and it starts with understanding how it works. Many people who relapse never fully understood how the disease of addiction affects the mind and body. Without the proper education, people believe they can drink or use drugs casually, but this isn’t the case. This is…
Do you notice changes in your teen or young adult’s behavior, style of dress, engagement in favorite activities and other areas of his or her life? If so, you may actually be noticing the common signs of dependency in young adults. These signs of a drinking or drug problem often look like typical teen struggles.…