Addiction Recovery Blog

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Alcohol Rehab

How to Have a Sober Thanksgiving

With the holidays coming up, you are probably wondering how to have a sober Thanksgiving while interacting with friends and family. Stress and celebration are two means of triggering the

Woman struggles with dealing with depression and anxiety
Addiction

Dealing With Depression and Anxiety

Though you may feel alone when dealing with depression and anxiety, these are two of the most common mental health conditions. When people turn to harmful, mind-altering chemicals to help

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Addiction

Signs of Meth Use

The signs of meth use aren’t always obvious to the people around the user. While some people are transparent with their use and exhibit visible signs, others are better hiding

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Addiction

How Much Heroin Does It Take to Overdose?

Heroin is a drug, and most drug dosages are based on a person’s weight. So, how much heroin does it take to overdose? Simply get on the scales and weigh

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Addiction

What Are Dabs? Learning More About Marijuana

If marijuana was something that you tried when you were younger, you may have smoked a joint or ate a pot brownie. Today, there are many options for using marijuana,

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Addiction

Why You Can’t Quit Heroin Cold Turkey

If you are going to quit heroin cold turkey, there are some things you need to know. First and foremost, you need to understand the health and medical implication of

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Addiction

Opiate Vs Opioid

Opiates are drugs that come from the opium plant. Opiates become opioids through human-made development. While opioids have all the essential elements of opiates, they also include additional ingredients. This