From prescription drugs to illicit drugs, all psychoactive substances can affect the brain’s functioning. These drugs may change mood, awareness, thoughts, feelings, or behavior. Marijuana is no different in that…
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Addiction to marijuana, officially termed cannabis use disorder, affects about 1 in 10 regular users. Many people discredit the idea of cannabis addiction because it is a drug that people…
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The dangers of binge drinking are significant and can include blackouts, reckless behaviors, overspending, liver damage, and other mental and physical health problems. Plus, they can sometimes put you in…
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Teen alcohol use is a significant problem in the United States. Nearly one-third of teens throughout the country have taken their first drink before the age of 15. More than…
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Faith plays a huge role in addiction recovery. Even if you are not a religious person, leaning on God to help you recover is vital. Choosing a faith-based facility for…
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Opioid detox is one of the most critical components of healing when you have struggled with addiction to prescription or illicit opioids. The withdrawal symptoms can be fairly uncomfortable, making…
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Heroin addiction is one of the most severe forms of addiction. Because this substance is highly addictive, withdrawal from it can be intense. More so, many people can become addicted…
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The start of a new year is always a good time to begin working on your life goals, and a commitment to kicking an addiction is one of the best goals you…
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Do you or someone you love struggle with alcohol addiction? Alcohol use disorder is different from other forms of addiction because it rarely feels like a disease. There’s no need…
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Prescription medications exist to help mitigate symptoms, provide relief, and allow people to heal. Physicians control them because many have side effects. Doctors must monitor their use, and most people…
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