By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: December 5, 2020 Updated: February 19, 2021 Sober living programs are a vital part of drug rehab treatment. In addition, those suffering from alcohol addiction issues can benefit from sober living programs as well. Sober living programs are an alternative to living in normal housing. These programs foster sobriety. People living…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: December 3, 2020 Updated: February 19, 2021 Medication-assisted treatment is one of many options available for those who are fighting substance abuse disorders. While it’s not the only treatment option, it is one that has had success, especially for those who have struggled in their recovery in the past. While MAT…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: December 1, 2020 Updated: February 19, 2021 Heroin is a highly addictive schedule one drug. It provides a euphoric high that wears off quickly, so frequent use is common. Unfortunately, regular use also results in tolerance and physical dependence. Physical dependence is treated by going through the heroin detox process. Many…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 28, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 Drug abuse may involve legal or illegal drugs. One illegal substance that can cause addiction is phencyclidine or PCP. This drug originally had legitimate medical uses. However, doctors discontinued using it due to the severe effects of PCP that patients experienced. Once you know…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 24, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 Signs of opiate addiction may not be obvious to everyone. You could have a loved one struggling with drug abuse and not recognize the problem immediately. Learn to recognize some of the most common signals those who have problems with opiate use send through…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 20, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 If you are living with an alcoholic, you need to find ways to help them and yourself to deal with the addiction. Recognizing that someone has an alcohol use disorder and letting them know that you feel concerned is the first step toward getting…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 16, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 The use of stimulants in college happens regularly. Among the drugs used are those for attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) such as Adderall and Ritalin. These drugs can help those with ADD or ADHD to focus on classes. However,…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 12, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 A process addiction relates to behaviors that a person feels out of control to stop. Some refer to these as behavioral addictions. Recently, scientists have connected many aspects of these problems to similar brain responses that occur with substance use disorders. Consequently, treatment for…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 8, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 Painkillers can both improve lives and steal them. When used correctly, they can improve the lives of people with both acute and chronic pain. However, abusing these substances contributes to the development of many effects of painkiller abuse. Since these drugs are often legal…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: November 4, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2021 Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur after experiencing a single traumatic event or a series of them. When the mind has difficulty processing the trauma, it can create extreme emotions or even numbness. Unfortunately, to deal with the effects of the trauma, some people…
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