The effects of heroin are one of the main reasons that so many people struggle to get sober. The physical and psychological effects are extremely difficult to deal with once you become dependent. One of the reasons there’s such a stigma surrounding addiction is that people don’t understand these effects. The good news is that…
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When struggling with meth addiction, the best chance that someone has to overcome it is to get help quickly. Unfortunately, people who have a meth addiction don’t typically seek help themselves. It’s up to friends and family members to spot signs of meth abuse and then help them seek treatment. Below is more information about…
DetailsAlcohol is common in today’s society and many people use it to socialize or relax. Because it’s a legal substance, problems with its use go undetected more easily than those of illicit drugs. It’s for this reason that recognizing when your loved one has a problem with alcohol can be so difficult. Let’s try to…
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If someone you love is dealing with a substance abuse problem, you may be worried about what it will take to get clean and sober. There’s a lot of misinformation out there about rehab centers, and you probably don’t know what to expect. What’s important to know is that drug rehab facilities exist to help…
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“How does detox work?” Detox, short for detoxification, is a process that refers to the portion of substance abuse treatment that removes the toxins from the patient’s body. This is an essential part of overcoming most drug addictions, but it can often be misunderstood. Detox is a crucial part of the addiction recovery process, and…
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The longer a person abuses an addictive substance, such as alcohol, the worse his alcohol withdrawal symptoms typically are once he stops using. Although withdrawal is often an uncomfortable process, many people get through it without suffering serious health problems. However, people who are dependent on drinking, especially long-term alcoholics, can have severe alcohol withdrawal…
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Meth is a dangerous and incredibly addictive drug with some people becoming hooked from their first use. Without proper meth addiction treatment, a person will gradually neglect everything else in his life to continue taking the drug. His family, job, friends, and favorite hobbies end up taking a backseat to meth. This can lead to…
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Drug or alcohol addiction causes problems in all areas of a person’s life, and it can stem from earlier life experiences. Therefore, getting to the heart of the issue is important. One type of therapy is quite effective at helping not only the addicted individual but also those who are close to this person. Structural…
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Meth addiction is a serious problem that affects teens and adults alike. Many people start taking the drug when they’re young and are unable to stop into adulthood. The best way to get help for a loved one in this situation is to look for meth addiction symptoms. Mental Meth Addiction Symptoms Meth affects people…
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Meet Aline! Meet February’s spotlight employee, Aline! Aline is a Clinical Assistant at MRC, and has been a part of our team for almost seven years! Aline has a desire to help people and inspire the next generation, and we are grateful for her hard work and dedication. Give Memphis Recovery a call at 866-304-8254 to begin…
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