Many people first come into treatment solely seeking addiction treatment services from the consequences caused by their addiction. However, through the course of treatment, it often comes to light that there are other factors that lead to using illicit substances in the first place. Recovery becomes so much more than just the ability to put…
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Going through the process of addiction, detox, and recovery at an inpatient drug and alcohol rehab center is hard work. It may seem like the hard part is over after you leave the addiction treatment center. However, recovery is a difficult and never-ending journey. It is a process where you can never let your guard…
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If you are thinking about attending a rehab facility for drug or alcohol addiction, consider attending rehab in Portland, Maine near the beach. Our residential addiction treatment center in Portland, Maine provides you with everything you need to achieve recovery in a beautiful location near the beach. Liberty Bay Recovery Center is located in Portland,…
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There are many different treatment methods that are available for drug and alcohol abuse treatment. One of these methods is a Vivitrol treatment program, which aims to specifically help you after you have completed a medication-assisted detox program. If you have completed your detox from drugs or alcohol, a Vivitrol treatment program can help reduce…
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Physical dependence is a health condition that results when you chronically use a certain drug. People who are dependent on a drug will develop a tolerance to it. This means that they gradually need more of the drug to get the same effect. They will also experience unpleasant symptoms when they stop using the drug.…
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Doing different activities along with an individual therapy program and other addiction therapy services as part of your addiction treatment can be a great way to help you achieve recovery and stay sober. Yoga combines both exercise and meditation to give your mind and body a great way to relax and grow. Liberty Bay is…
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You do not need to witness your teen actually using any drugs in order to deduce that they are dealing with a teen drug abuse problem and may need a substance abuse support group. They might start to act very differently, such as exhibiting paranoia and mood swings. They could decrease their socializing, either with…
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When we were children, most of us liked to play outside. We would run around for hours on end. We ran because it gave us happiness and excitement. Along the way, our relationships, responsibilities, and other life stuff got in the way. Many times, exercising becomes a happy memory of our childhood and is not…
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You may have realized that your alcohol or drug use has spiraled out of control and has impacted your life in negative ways. Your friends and family may have distanced themselves from you because of your substance abuse. You may have even lost your job or home. You may have tried to quit on your…
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Coping skills for addiction recovery are an absolute necessity if you hope to live without having to turn to alcohol and drugs. The reality is that you were already using coping strategies when you decided to use drugs and alcohol. You just used the wrong coping methods. Alcohol and drugs become a way to deal…
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