It depends on who you pose the question to. If you pose the question is marijuana a gateway drug to a cannabis advocate you’ll hear the following: “Marijuana is no more of a gateway drug than drinking water and eating fruits and vegetables. I did those things too are they also gateway drugs?” Of course, […]
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Bayview Recovery Center is located in Tacoma, Washington. We serve the Pacific Northwest and have made the answer to these questions pertain to our state. Washington state does not designate between DUI which is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and DWI which is driving while intoxicated. Some states designate differences between the
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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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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Is there a difference between dependence vs. addiction? It’s hard for most people to see how these two components impact their lives and their ability to stop using drugs and alcohol. Yet, this concept is an important one. Understanding when you have a physical dependence and when you have an addiction can help you to
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It’s a common question. Is weed addictive? There’s a great deal of conflicting information about marijuana and whether it is safe to use. Even though this drug is being used more frequently in legalized situations, there is an addiction risk present. That’s one you need to take into consideration before you start using or, at
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Prescription painkillers come in all shapes, sizes, and under different brand names. Some of the most recognizable brand names include Oxycontin, Vicodin, and also Percocet. While all of these medications have value when treating chronic pain issues, they also have a dark side. It’s not uncommon for someone to abuse Percocet or any other painkiller.
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Everyone has heard the argument that marijuana is a gateway drug but most people dismiss this idea. The concept is very real, however, and creates a well-trodden path towards drug addiction. When it comes to treatment for drug addiction, we must ask what are gateway drugs? Moreover, what are the risks they pose? What Are
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Bayview Recovery Center provides varying levels of care with a focus on outpatient treatment programs at our Tacoma, WA drug rehab center. Our treatment methods allow our clients to have the most accessible and effective recovery experience possible.
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