The winter blues are not just in people’s heads, it is documented fact that people get more lonely and sad during the winter months. Especially where the climate is cooler but it can happen anywhere the weather is not consistently warm year round. Winter can become a love-hate relationship. Learning balance is key to beating […]
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Resentment is a strong, significant emotion for people in recovery from addiction. Resentment can build and become a negative, toxic force that will hold a person back if he or she is not careful. Anger, sadness, disappointment, and bitterness all flow out of a common emotion: resentment. Recovery and Resentment When a person quits using
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When a loved one slips further into addiction, it seems the rabbit hole has no bottom. The physical, psychological, and spiritual transformation that happens can be stark. The individual with addiction is not the only one needing an intervention. In fact, the family really needs an intervention to find the support it needs. Family Issues
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Yes, it is possible to overdose on OxyContin, or rather on oxycodone, which is the main ingredient in the drug. However, the amount it takes to overdose varies depending on the individual, and their tolerance to opiates. People have been known to take too much OxyContin on purpose to achieve a euphoric high, and this
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