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4 Excuses People Use to Not Go to Addiction Treatment

By |October 3rd, 2014|

Making the decision to enter treatment for substance abuse is not easy, especially if you or a loved one allow common excuses to keep you from receiving the help […]

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5 Ways Addiction Affects Your Career

By |September 30th, 2014|

Creating and setting career goals can provide an opportunity to support your family and reach financial stability. When you or a loved one becomes dependent on drugs or alcohol, […]

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Behavioral Issues Related to Drug Abuse

By |August 26th, 2014|

The physical effects of substance abuse are well known, including damage to the liver, increased cardiovascular risk, difficulties regulating sleep and appetite, and the possibility of overdose. However, less […]

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8 Reasons People Start Using Drugs

By |August 21st, 2014|

No one ever sets out to be addicted to drugs; it is just something that happens once the effects of the substances are experienced. The detrimental results of using […]

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Consequences of Combining Drugs

By |August 19th, 2014|

Combining substances, whether it is a legal substance or an illicit drug, can be extremely dangerous. Recognizing the consequences of combining drugs will enable someone to know when seek […]

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How Creating a Schedule Will Reduce Relapse

By |August 13th, 2014|

Completing a treatment program is a huge accomplishment. However, completing treatment and leaving an inpatient program, for example, is a time for transition. It is natural to worry about […]

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5 Tips to Overcome a Relapse

By |August 11th, 2014|

Recovering from an addiction can take time, effort, and treatment. When you or a loved one has completed a treatment program and has returned to normal activities, temptations to […]

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What Does Palcohol Mean for the Future of Drug Addiction?

By |July 29th, 2014|

The future is here: Palcohol, the commercial name for “Powdered Alcohol”, is a packet of alcohol that only requires the addition of water to instantly create an alcoholic beverage. Palcohol could become the “Kool-Aid” of teenage binge drinking. It works exactly like the popular powdered sugar drink (just add water) and comes in popular flavors including margarita, lemon drop, mojito, and cosmopolitan.
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How to Communicate with Someone in Rehab

By |July 25th, 2014|

Effective communication is also important when it comes to creating space for a constructive conversation about the ways that a loved one may have hurt you in the past with their behaviors, and opening a dialogue about love and forgiveness. Writing a letter and attending a joint counseling session are two ways to initiate constructive communications with a loved one who is currently in rehab.
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5 Common Therapies Used in Rehab

By |July 18th, 2014|

There are a variety of therapies and treatments that facilities use to help individuals reach their treatment goals, but certain services are more common than others.
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