In many instances, the first stage of substance abuse recovery is a process called detox. During this phase, persons with moderate to severe dependencies undergo the gradual but medically supervised withdrawal of the chemical they abused. Occasionally, drugs similar to the substances the user was addicted to are employed for this purpose. Two such chemicals …
After you have come to realize that you have a serious drug or alcohol addiction, you can seek the help that you need. In Florida, you have a wide array of choices for rehab. You’re also at an advantage as the state boasts the highest success rates in the country. Acknowledging that you have a …
Alcoholism is a tricky disease: it’s invisible to the naked eye and often hard to detect for those who know the drinker well. Even if someone does notice that their loved one has been drinking excessively, they may not understand what alcoholism means or how serious of an issue it can be. In this blog …
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Receiving treatment for drug or alcohol addiction is always preferable to going “cold turkey” at home. However, with such a diverse range of treatment types available, it can be hard to know which program to choose. When compared to outpatient rehab, inpatient treatment has significantly higher rates of long-term success. If you’ve been dealing with …
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The first few days out of rehab can be a road bump for any newly-initiated ex-addict. If you are facing the first day on your own, this blog post will give you some helpful advice on making yourself feel a little more comfortable. It’s easy for the feelings that went with drug abuse to manifest …
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Alcoholics know that drinking is a problem. But they may not be aware of how much it impacts their lives and the lives of those around them. The first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem with alcohol. This can be difficult for many alcoholics because denial is often one of the hallmarks …
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This sentiment is commonly expressed in the addiction treatment world by both patients and their loved ones who attend Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous meetings only to relapse shortly after attending them. The worst part of relapse is knowing how hard it will be to get back up again, but you’ll be stronger and more …
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In a world where drugs continually to ensnare people in addiction, the ability to use Naloxone brings many health care workers and family members of addicts a sense of relief. In a perfect world, you’d never need one of these kits. Yet, it is reassuring to know that you could potentially save someone’s life during …
When most people think about beginning the process of addiction recovery, they think of one thing: detox. And that makes sense. Overcoming addiction means purging the substance you’re addicted to from your body and then keeping it out. But some people – particularly those who haven’t been drinking or using very long – wonder if …
It can be tempting to use a bottle of beer or another drug when dealing with tension. But relying on substances for a long time will only increase your anxiety level. Alcohol and drugs cannot solve the root cause of a mental health issue. Even worse, they become less effective with time. Did you know …
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