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Chronic Drug Abuse: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment
Each year, millions of Americans struggle with chronic drug abuse. Not only is this harmful to an individual’s physical and mental health, but it can lead to social, occupational, and financial problems as well. Fortunately, chronic drug abuse is highly treatable...
Best Types of Addiction Treatment Programs in Florida
Finding effective addiction treatment is the first phase toward long-lasting recovery. But sorting through all the different types of addiction treatment programs can feel like a daunting task that leaves you with more questions than answers: How are they...
Gabapentin and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combination
Gabapentin, also available under the brand name Neurontin, is a commonly prescribed anticonvulsant medication. But despite its medical uses, this medication has quickly become a commonly abused recreational drug. Further, combining gabapentin and alcohol can have...
A Drug Rehab in Orlando, FL That Really Works
Drug addiction is an increasingly important issue for many Floridians. In fact, a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that from March 2020 to March 2021, Florida reported 7,700 drug overdose deaths, a 30% increase from the...
How to Stop an Addiction in 3 Simple Steps
Nobody starts drinking or using drugs with the intention of becoming addicted. But over time, individuals often find themselves drinking at every opportunity or using increasingly high dosages of drugs to chase a high. When this inevitably leads to trouble, many...
How to Get Off Fentanyl Easily and for Good
In 2020, fentanyl was found to be a cause of death in 91% of fatal overdoses in Florida. This is partially due to the fact that fentanyl is a dangerously potent opioid as well as it being routinely laced into other drugs without buyers knowing. Given the rise in...
The Challenges of Being an Adult Child of an Alcoholic
Growing up with alcoholic parents can affect your mental health well into adulthood. Adult children of alcoholics often have altered perceptions of what normal, healthy relationships look like. In many cases, they may even have addictive personality traits of their...
Life After Addiction: Adjusting to Life After Rehab
Life after addiction can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Getting out of a dual diagnosis rehab newly sober affords you a great deal of freedom and opportunities, but it can also bring temptation and self-doubt. Ultimately, putting the tools you learned in...
5 Signs of Alcoholism and What to Do Next
Where is the line between casual drinking and an alcohol use disorder?
It can be hard to identify whether you suffer from a substance use disorder, but knowing the signs of alcoholism is a great place to start. Does drinking every weekend count? How much alcohol is too much? Do I need rehab for alcoholism? Today, we're answering these...
The Difference Between Dependence vs. Addiction
It is important to understand the difference in dependence vs. addiction when looking for addiction treatment. Many times, dependence and addiction co-occur, meaning that they present at the same time. However, drug dependency can exist without a psychological...
