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Preparing for Drug Detox

If you or a loved one is seeking addiction treatment, there are several steps you should take to prepare for a drug detox program. By taking the right steps, you can better ensure that your transition into the program is as smooth and successful as possible. To learn more about drug detox preparation, contact Vertava…

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5 Benefits of an Intensive Outpatient Program

Adolescence is a key window of vulnerability for using drugs and developing substance use disorders. Numerous studies show that the still-developing teenage brain is likely to take risks, be impulsive, and be greatly influenced by peers. By the time teens have finished high school, half will have used marijuana or abused prescription drugs, exposing them…

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How to Stop Psychological Dependence

One of the ways which addiction manifests is through psychological dependence. The term psychological dependence is often used to describe the mental and psychological responses to substance abuse. Often, these responses can leave an individual feeling helpless without substances rather than feeling physically ill. Psychological dependence can often lead to the development of co-occurring disorders,…

What is Psychological Dependence

What Is Psychological Dependence?

All psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, and opiates, have the potential to cause both physical and psychological addiction. But what is psychological dependence? Psychological dependence requires treatment but does not result in your body developing a physical dependency on your substance of choice. Both physical and psychological dependencies can cause withdrawal symptoms and require…