There’s no one specific way to get sober and stay sober. However, enlisting in quality treatments for drug abuse skyrockets your chance at recovery. At first, challenges are likely in treatment for drug addiction and you realize staying clean involves much more than quitting drugs. Therefore, we explain the benefits and advantages of varying levels…
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Addiction is a strong epidemic in the United States today. While many people believe this issue is only with opioids, it’s much worse than that. Drug addiction statistics show us some troubling trends about how many people this severe illness affects. The good news is that if you’re struggling with an addiction, you’re not alone…
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One of the issues with the current opioid epidemic is that people aren’t placing a lot of emphasis on other substance abuse problems. In some cases, people minimize other drug addictions because of the devastating number of overdoses as a result of opioid abuse. The reality is that cocaine is an extremely dangerous drug as…
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Prescription drug addiction and abuse run rampant across all demographics. However, it’s particularly worrying for young people. Addictive medications can affect young adults in devastating ways. Prescription drug abuse in young adults not only affects their lives right now but their futures as well. Prescription Drug Abuse Affects Brain Development Prescription drugs in various forms…
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Alcohol is legal and widely consumed around the world. For that reason, many people think of it as a harmless substance. But, is alcohol a drug that can require alcohol addiction treatment? The answer is yes, and here’s why. Alcohol Is a Depressant Drugs can be stimulants, sedatives, depressants, or pain relievers. Most people would…
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While Adderall is legally prescribed for many medical conditions, it is widely abused. From high school and college students to adults, this addictive drug causes many problems. Whether you are abusing a prescription or getting the drug elsewhere, it is vital to recognize the signs of Adderall addiction. When you see the signs and symptoms…
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Drug and alcohol experimentation in teens and young adults range from minor to severe. With all of the stressors of school and growing up, substance abuse in young adults isn’t uncommon. When young adults start abusing drugs it is vital to act quickly to prevent worse addiction issues. If you are concerned your loved one…
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No one argues with the fact that drug addiction is a serious issue. However, there’s plenty of debate around one specific question: Is drug addiction a disease? By and large, the answer is yes. Below are some of the more compelling reasons to consider addiction a disease. Much of Addiction is Genetic Some people still…
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One of the ways to get the help and support you need to break an addiction is through residential drug rehab. At Memphis Recovery Centers, we can offer you the treatment you need to live a happy, healthy life that’s clean and sober. There’s a lot of joy and peace of mind to be found…
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Seeing the Signs of Addiction in a Loved One Even when you’re aware that substance abuse is a problem for a loved one, recognizing an addiction isn’t always easy. It’s also tricky because the symptoms of drug and alcohol addiction can be unique to the substance as well as the individual. Overall, however, these three…
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