The severity of opiate withdrawal symptoms scares many people out of trying to quit. You don’t have to be one of them! In fact, medically supervised detox ensures that you withdraw from the substance safely and in comfort. But what happens after that? Recognizing Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms Stopping drug use makes you uncomfortable. There’s no…
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Opiates like heroin or prescription painkillers are highly addictive. In order to end an addiction, users have to go through opioid withdrawal. Before you begin a solo detox, take a closer look at what withdrawal is really like. Often, medical supervision is the right choice for those who want a safe and secure recovery. When…
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Cocaine is a stimulant drug and a highly addictive controlled substance. Using cocaine can lead to serious side effects. Cocaine users can only begin to eliminate dangerous cocaine effects by confronting the addiction and choosing recovery. Immediate Cocaine Effects Once an individual ingests cocaine, the body begins to release dopamine. This release feels good, at…
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The addiction recovery timeline varies from person to person, but you’ll find that no matter how long it takes, it’s worth every step of the journey. Many people have the notion that recovering from active addiction is going to be quick, but it’s actually a lifelong process. The worst mistake you can make is going…
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The first step in solving any type of problem is to understand what the problem is. One of the biggest reasons why so many people die from addiction is that they don’t understand what addiction is. While many people can drink or use drugs recreationally, understanding the addiction definition will help you see if you’re…
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People often wonder, “Am I an alcoholic if I have a little too much to drink?” Interestingly, being in denial about an alcohol use disorder is easy. Mainstream society accepts the use of the drug and even abuse of it on occasion. However, if you’re asking yourself probing questions about your drinking habits, there might…
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16 to 17 million American adults are currently struggling with an alcohol use disorder. Only a small number of these individuals seeks out treatment. Other statistics show that among preventable causes of death, alcohol-related fatalities rank third. Avoid becoming a statistic—learn about the long term effects of alcohol today. Brain Damage Compounds with Long-time Alcohol…
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In recent years, the opioid epidemic in the United States has gotten out of control. Although most people know that these drugs can be fatal, the death rate continues to rise. Opioids are a synthetic form of opiates that include heroin and prescription pills. To understand the epidemic, you must first understand the prescription drug…
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One of the biggest misconceptions many who are trying to recover from addiction have is that the substances are the problem. While alcohol or drugs are certainly part of the issue, there’s a much bigger underlying cause. If all it took was physically quitting drugs or alcohol to stay clean, nobody would ever relapse. Learning…
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When you use drugs or alcohol for a lengthy period or time or develop an unhealthy pattern of use, you may develop an addiction. Then, when you stop using the substance, you’ll likely experience uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms are unpleasant feelings that signal your brain needs the drug to operate normally. Five Common Withdrawal…
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