If you were to believe Hollywood’s portrayal of college life, it may seem like it’s a never-ending stream of parties and alcohol abuse. Unfortunately, this is a sad reality for some college students who will find themselves caught up in an endless cycle. Binge drinking in college is a serious problem at one of the…
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One of the biggest misconceptions about alcohol abuse is that getting sober is the toughest part of the process. It isn’t. Once rehab is complete, a lifelong journey of staying sober begins. A quality treatment program will not only provide assistance with getting sober, but it also teaches techniques on how to stay sober as…
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Acceptance and commitment therapy has been around a long time. Lately, it is gaining popularity and attention. You may be thinking, what is acceptance and commitment therapy? In this article, we will unpack it and explain its benefits and uses. Put simply, acceptance and commitment therapy is an action-based approach to psychotherapy. It teaches patients how to…
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Suboxone is commonly used to treat opioid dependence and abuse. It is prescribed by a doctor and contains the active ingredients naloxone and buprenorphine. These block the bodies’ opioid receptors and prevent opioid effects from being experienced. They also prevent usually prevent suboxone abuse. However, for some people who stop using suboxone side effects are…
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When seeking help for substance abuse there are some important options to consider. One of the initial decisions involves weighing up the pros and cons of inpatient vs outpatient treatment programs. This will allow you to decide which one best suits your personal needs. Both types of programs focus on rehabilitation but have some key…
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Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while impaired/intoxicated (DWI) seem like different ways of saying the same thing. Commonly, people use the terms interchangeably. Frankly, they are both serious charges with even more serious consequences. Alcohol abuse can lead to these serious legal issues. There can be differences between DUI vs DWI, especially when…
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Chemical dependency is causing your life to spiral out of control. It’s also getting more and more challenging to keep everything going. However, there is hope. Addiction help for men can be the game-changer you need. Men Experience Addiction Differently Than Women When you enter a mens drug rehab program, you work with therapists who…
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Benzodiazepines (benzos) treat panic disorders and anxiety attacks. Because of their functions, they work quickly. In the process, they provide almost immediate relief. However, the different types of benzos also have a dark side. Understanding the Various Types of Benzos Some call them relaxation in a bottle. Doctors typically only prescribe benzos for a short…
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Achieving sobriety is an essential and significant step, but it is just as important to learn how to maintain that newfound sobriety for a lifetime. Relapse is common among those who struggle with addiction, so any recovery program needs to include a focus on relapse prevention. The following relapse prevention tips can help you stay…
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How did your opioid use disorder begin? Did prescription pain pills hook you? Did you hear about the high and wanted to try it out? No matter what happened, there is hope and help through rehab. Opioids Set You up for Dependency It’s fair to say that the root of an opioid use disorder is…
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