The Reality of Relapse
July 20, 2021
Are you worried about a relapse? Have you already faced one? Well, if you have, you know that it isn’t a fun climb out of it. No matter how good…
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Addiction and Depression
July 13, 2021
Mental illness cannot be the new normal, especially when it occurs with another mental illness like substance abuse disorder. Believe it or not, over 9 million Americans suffer from multiple…
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Side Effects and Dangers of Smoking Heroin
June 24, 2021
Of all the treatment admissions for heroin abuse, approximately 4.8% involved smoking heroin.[1] While the majority of people who use heroin inject or snort it, smoking and inhaling the substance…
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5 Myths About Addiction: Debunked
April 20, 2021
Addiction is a complex issue that affects every aspect of a person’s life. People who abuse substances often experience short and long-term damage to their physical, emotional, and social health….
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4 Signs of Cocaine Addiction
April 16, 2021
Many people use cocaine recreationally to feel high. Cocaine works within the pleasure centers of the brain, meaning that users experience intense pleasure and energy. This feeling is a result…
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Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Human Trafficking and Addiction
January 5, 2021
January is national slavery and human trafficking awareness month, as declared in 2010 by the former President of the United States, Barack Obama. While human trafficking is often thought of…
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What is The Disease Model of Addiction?
September 25, 2020
What is The Disease Model of Addiction? Unfortunately, many people continue to view addiction as a choice and a lack of morals, rather than a chronic disease. This idea comes…
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