Stimulant use and chronic stimulant abuse has a profound affect on the brain and the rest of the body.
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drug addiction
While engaging your new life of sobriety, many addiction experts recommend using daily affirmations to help you stay focused on your recovery.
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Though it isn’t hard to imagine why a victim of domestic violence might abuse alcohol or drugs in an attempt to mask physical or emotional pain, the frequency of this abuse and addiction scenario is startling. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), women who have been victims of childhood or adult abuse are [...]
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It isn’t uncommon for those engaged in substance abuse to experience depression or anxiety or show signs of other mental health issues.
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Because the risk of relapse is so intricately tied to the length of treatment, it is incredibly important that addicts complete their time in rehabilitation.
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For some of us, the adjustment to attending a 12-step group and other recovery groups is not automatic.
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It’s important that those in recovery and their loved ones understand that relapse is not failure, but a temporary setback.
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Sadly, many Americans don’t realize that they do not always need to make a choice between getting treatment and keeping their jobs.
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It is easy for families of addicts to assume that if their loved one “fixes” the addiction and substance abuse, troubles within the family unit will go away.
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As you walk down a new path of sobriety and drug-free living, your outlook on life will often determine the success of your long-term recovery.
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