Most teens have cell phones with unlimited availability to the Internet. There are dozens of social media websites and apps that can be downloaded to cell phones. Social media allows a person to accept requests from followers or friends, which provides access to the person’s profile, photos, and posts. For most people, this is a […]
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Recovery is a life-long journey and it takes a lot of hard work and determination to stay substance-free. Before you enter a treatment program, you must first detox to eliminate all toxins from your body. Addiction causes many physical and mental changes and your body becomes physically dependent on the substances used. When you stop
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When a person is addicted, he or she does not suffer alone. Addiction is a family disease and puts a huge strain on family members. Fortunately, there are ways a family can heal. Here are 8 ways the family can heal during treatment: Attend family therapy and counseling. Participate in family therapy and counseling during
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Addiction is any habit that you continue to do even though it brings harmful consequences to you. The brain changes chemically and physiologically when a person has an addiction. When an individual has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, his or her brain loses the ability to control the normal functions of their body. The
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Some people abuse benzodiazepines (benzos), such as Xanax, Klonopin, and Ativan to self-medicate instead of getting treatment for an underlying mental health condition. This offers temporary relief rather than a long-term solution for mental health management and therapy. People self-medicate as an immediate fix to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues.
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Alcohol poisoning, also known as alcohol overdose, occurs from excessive drinking within a short time. In an article on alcohol abuse, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism explained, “Alcohol poisoning occurs when there is so much alcohol in the bloodstream that areas of the brain controlling basic life-support functions—such as breathing, heart rate,
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Before you go to rehab for addiction, knowing what activities to expect can prevent unnecessary stress and anxiety.Recovery is hard work and a life-changing process. Organized daily activities provide structure in a comfortable, serene environment. A specialist will evaluate your physical and mental health and determine a therapy based on the results. A mental health
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Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a class of medications often prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawal, and muscle tension. Benzos such as Xanax, Ativan, Valium and other anti-anxiety medication are designed for short-term use, usually a few weeks or months, since they are highly addictive. Deane Alban wrote an article on anti-anxiety drugs and said, “After
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Addiction is any habit that you continue to do even though it brings harmful consequences to you. The brain changes chemically and physiologically when a person has an addiction. When an individual has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, his or her brain loses the ability to control the normal functions of their body. The
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Many people are turning to online pharmacies to get medication. While online pharmacies are convenient for the consumer, many of them are illegal. These rogue pharmacies can be dangerous to the consumer. People who use online pharmacies for their medication risk receiving medication that is expired, contaminated, or counterfeit. The consumer is at risk of
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