You are probably already aware of the damaging long-term effects alcohol addiction has on the human body. Still, you may not know the full scope of how alcoholism affects relationships. Alcoholism has a simultaneous destructive effect on physical and mental wellbeing, meaning drinking and relationships are intrinsically connected. If you or a loved one is…
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There are many steps to alcohol recovery, and while each one is critical, the first step is the most important and the hardest. What is the first step toward recovery after spotting the early signs of alcohol addiction? Admitting that you have a drinking problem and that you need professional help from an alcohol addiction…
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Marijuana has been one of the most popular recreational drugs for decades and continues to be used by millions every day. Marijuana is now legal for recreational and medicinal purposes in many states, like Oregon and Colorado. But is marijuana addictive? Despite widespread perceptions to the contrary, frequent marijuana use is associated with the development…
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Family therapy is a proven effective kind of psychological counseling capable of assisting family members in learning how to communicate more effectively and healthily resolve conflicts. Many of the issues your family may be experiencing could result from one or more members of your family struggling with substance use disorders or mental health issues. Co-occurring…
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Many individuals struggling with their alcohol use and misuse don’t think they have an alcohol addiction problem. But your friends and loved ones can likely see early signs of addiction and are worried about you. There are common signs a person may need professional help from an alcohol detox center to get clean. If you…
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Women often face unique challenges while in rehab and during their recovery. Some of these hurdles are due to the physical differences between men and women, such as men metabolizing alcohol and other substances faster than women. Also, actors like pregnancy, motherhood, and a history of trauma can make treatment difficult. This is why a…
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PRESS RELEASE CONTACT INFORMATION: Amatus Health Contact – Allison Rush Email – [email protected] RELEASE DATE: November 4, 2021 AMATUS RECOVERY CENTERS REBRANDS ITS VISUAL IDENTITY AND NEW NAME, TRUHEALING ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT, WITH A MISSION THAT REFLECTS DEDICATION TO CONTINUED PATIENT SUCCESS AND SOLUTIONS. The rebranding solidifies the company’s position as…
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A partial hospitalization program (also known simply as PHP) will provide you with intensive care for your severe behavioral issues like drug and alcohol addiction. At a medical detox center, the substances will be removed from your body, and then you will receive compassionate care over the course of several hours each day while you…
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Prescription drug abuse is defined as “Taking drugs other than how they were prescribed to you,” and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, over 18 million Americans abused prescription drugs in 2017. Prescription drug abuse is dangerous not only on its own but because it can lead to opioid addiction. With that comes…
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There are many long-term effects of using drugs, including mental, psychological, and physical effects of drug abuse. All this is in addition to the toll drug abuse takes on the relationships with your family, career, and friendships. The way drug abuse will affect each person will depend on the type of drug being used and…
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