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Start Healing Now, Call:Addiction takes a toll on a person’s body, mind, and relationships. If you love one of the millions of people in the United States living with untreated addiction to drugs or alcohol, you probably understand the worry, anger, guilt, and anxiety that can accompany this condition. Despite how you feel…
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that is characterized by a distorted perception of one’s self, personal relationships, and life in general. Many people with BPD use drugs or alcohol to cope with their symptoms. However, self-medicating a mental health condition is never successful and it often…
In 2019, more than 25% of people surveyed reported binge drinking in the last month.[1] Binge drinking is a pattern of alcohol consumption that increases your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to 0.08g/dl or higher. This usually happens when men have 5 standard drinks or women have 4 standard drinks in…
Addiction is a disease that typically follows the same pattern as other diseases do of treatment, relapse, and remission. However, it’s possible to stay sober and avoid relapse by changing your behaviors, giving your brain time to heal, and actively treating your addiction. One of the best ways to learn…
The journey towards long-term sobriety isn’t always easy. The first days and weeks of recovery can be the hardest part. This is because most individuals experience drug or alcohol withdrawal symptoms in the first days and weeks after stopping substance abuse. Withdrawal symptoms occur when someone who is physically dependent…
Addiction affects every part of a person. It impacts their physical and mental health, strains their relationships, can cause serious legal and financial difficulties, and can make it almost impossible to live a fulfilling, healthy life. Many people believe that addiction treatment ends after a complete detox from drugs or…
Millions of people in the United States are currently living with untreated addiction. If you are one of them or love someone who is, you probably understand the emotional and physical toll addiction can take on the addict and their community. Out of the many people who need treatment, only…
When you need addiction treatment, the process of getting started can feel overwhelming. You will need to make several choices about your care, consult with professionals, and determine how you will pay for your treatment. Many things prevent people from getting the care they need. People may worry about taking…
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid drug that is thought to be nearly 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.[1] In the past, it has been used to treat severe pain during and after surgery or to help manage pain in chronically ill patients. However, illegally manufactured…
Addiction is a complex and chronic condition that affects every aspect of a person’s life. Many people who struggle with addiction are also struggling with a mental or behavioral health condition. One co-occurring disorder that is often seen in people with substance use disorder is eating disorders. Nearly 9% of…
