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Category: Addiction

How Long to Rewire Brain From Addiction?

November 9, 2024
Compulsive substance abuse can be harmful to your body and your mind. When you stop using alcohol and other drugs, you will likely experience several noticea…

Detox vs. Rehab: What’s the Difference?

October 24, 2024
Detox and rehab can be vital steps on a person’s path to successful addiction recovery – but there are several variables within these options. When you under…

How Long Does Marijuana Withdrawal Last?

October 18, 2024
How long does marijuana withdrawal last? Is the experience as difficult as I’ve heard? What happens if I can’t get through it? If you’re thinking about endin…

What is Greening Out? Symptoms and Effects of Marijuana Use

October 12, 2024
What is greening out? Though this term is unfamiliar to many people, the experience it describes can be extremely distressing. If you or a loved one are stru…

What Is an EtG Alcohol Test?

September 19, 2024
If you’re in a situation where abstinence from alcohol is required, you may be asked to take an EtG test. Before you take this type of test, it can be import…

Can a Sauna Help You Detox From Drugs?

September 13, 2024
Withdrawal can involve a variety of distressing physical and psychological symptoms. Are there ways to reduce the intensity or duration of this experience? F…

Alcoholic Rosacea: Why Do Alcoholics Have Red Faces?

September 6, 2024
Some people develop a reddening of the skin near their eyes, cheeks, and nose after they’ve been drinking. There are various reasons why this can occur, incl…

How Long Does Heroin Withdrawal Last?

August 22, 2024
Withdrawal can be a formidable obstacle on the path to recovery from heroin addiction. Common questions about this process include what types of symptoms are…

Is Gabapentin Addictive?

August 14, 2024
If you’ve ever received a prescription for gabapentin, or you know someone who has, you may already realize how helpful this medication can be. But are you a…

What Are The Similarities and Differences between CBT and DBT?

April 19, 2024
Evidence-based therapies are fundamental treatment options for most mental health and treatment professionals. Understanding the similarities and differences…

Expecting Mothers and Opioid Abuse

April 5, 2024
Women with an opioid use disorder (OUD) have unique clinical needs, especially pregnant women. Expecting mothers and opioid abuse require special considerati…

7 Signs of High Functioning Addiction

March 15, 2024
A particular population of people who are experiencing a drug or alcohol use disorder may continue to function, and perform daily responsibilities. However, …
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