12 step programs are extremely beneficial for recovery. Started in 1935 by Bill W., and Dr. Jung, Alcoholics Anonymous has spawned many other diamonds in the ruff, such as Narcotics Anonymous, and Cocaine Anonymous, etc. The 12 steps has gone on for the past 85 years to help so many people. It is hard to…
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At Bayview Recovery, we feel that you should seek professional guidance in making this decision. It may be that you need both a psychiatrist and a therapist for the best treatment option. There are many advantages to seeing both mental health professionals. If you feel you are suffering from a mental illness then your best…
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Synthetic opioids are strong pain relievers that are often prescribed by a physician for pain relief. Synthetic opioids are abused with an alarming frequency. Physicians typically prescribe opioids following surgery, or when prolonged chronic pain is an issue. Currently, health care professionals have begun closely monitoring their patient’s opioid use due to its highly addictive…
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Lean drug is a lethal recreational cocktail that is being used by many young adults today. The drug has been around for at least 20 years. It has been glamorized in rap culture for decades. The cocktail is made from a combination of codeine cough syrup which is typically branded, Promethazine, a drink with carbonation…
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What causes substance abuse? It is a question many people ask when they face a life-threatening situation. It may be your friend, sister, or spouse that is struggling with substance use. It could be you that is unable to stop using. Why is this happening? At Bayview Recovery, a key component of our goal is…
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It’s not uncommon to hear people refer to others as having an addictive personality. Do you have this? Perhaps you’ve heard others refer to someone having such a personality trait that indicates they are more likely to develop a substance use disorder than others. The truth is, there’s no single trait that is applicable here.…
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Are you asking the question, “What are opioids?” Opioids are highly addictive drugs that you can obtain both in prescription form and illicitly. It is also one of the most worrisome of all types of addiction because of how common it has become. The real risk comes in the form of overdose. Every day, an average…
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Do you know the opiate definition? It is critical to understand what these drugs are and how they work. Many times, we hear a great deal about opiates and opioids, but we are unsure which drugs are specifically involved here. With the help of our team at Bayview Recovery, you can work through any substance…
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Do you know what the most addictive substances are? These are substances that, even if you use them just once, can create a risk of addiction. When addiction occurs, the body and the brain are dependent on that drug, requiring more of it to function normally. However, they also put you at the risk of…
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Can you learn how to do an intervention? For those who have a loved one that is using drugs and alcohol, it is easy to feel helpless. You want to help them to stop using, but you can’t seem to get through to them. This situation is where an intervention may help. It’s important to…
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