Perhaps the best way to break the addiction cycle is to understand it first. That is what decades of scientific research attempt to do to find a cure for this brain disease. As the opioid crisis continues to ravage through the US, it is becoming ever more urgent to identify the causes and treatment of…
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Addiction and mental health are two things that can cause tremendous problems for a person if they are not properly addressed. The National Institute on Drug Abuse published data indicating a correlation between substance abuse and mood disorders like depression. According to the date, those who have been diagnosed with a mood disorder are more…
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The 2018 NSDUH (National Survey on Drug Use and Health) showed that over 20 million Americans have a substance use disorder. This number translates to about 1 in 13 Americans needing treatment for a range of substance abuse problems. Addiction and substance abuse disorders can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, background or education. Therefore,…
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Addiction is a global epidemic. Whether it’s an addiction to drugs, alcohol, food, sex, a person, or even shopping, addiction can destroy careers, relationships, and even cause death. Being addicted to a substance or a behavior is not a sign of weakness, but rather a disease of the brain. To heal from addiction, it’s vital…
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Do you have a loved one or a close friend who’s struggling with addiction to drink or drugs? If so, you’ve maybe already started thinking about how to stage an intervention. Today, discover when an intervention might be necessary, and how to go about this the right way. You could be giving your struggling loved…
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Understanding the signs of addiction is essential for anyone struggling with substance use issues. If you’re wondering if you might have a problem with addiction to alcohol or drugs, knowing the warning signs will give you a better idea if you could benefit from a drug treatment plan. Addiction, dependency, and tolerance are often misunderstood…
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It’s always useful to know how drug abuse statistics in your state compare to those in other states. Drug use by Californians has increased from 8.3% to 10.6%. Knowing drug abuse in California is important, as you and your loved ones could be affected by addiction at any time. Around 8% of Californians meet the…
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Finding the best intensive outpatient treatment center is difficult. If you’re looking for alcohol rehab in California, we know it can be confusing and overwhelming when you’re confronted with so many options. If you need to be able to go home after treatment, but you need a level of care that you get as a…
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Is your family fighting over how best to help your addicted loved one? Are family members waiting for the loved one to seek help alone? Or, perhaps everyone pointing fingers at each other instead. Watching a loved one self-destruct is painful, and it can change you as well. Ultimately, addiction is a family disease. You…
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Deciding to embrace a life free of drink or drugs is the first crucial step in an ongoing journey and all recovery takes on many different forms. Depending on the nature of the addiction and the substance in question, treatment also varies considerably. Often, medication-assisted treatment is necessary to minimize cravings, reduce the unpleasant side…
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