Posts Tagged ‘addiction’
Dual Diagnosis: Getting to the Root of Addiction
Addiction can be caused by any number of things. Often, one of the factors at play is an individual’s mental health. Despite that common fact, far too many patients aren’t getting help for mental health issues. That’s where dual diagnosis comes in and gets to the root cause of addiction once and for all. Defining…
Read MoreExploring the Role of Family Therapy in Addiction Rehab
Exploring the Role of Family Therapy in Addiction Rehab In addiction rehab, a variety of treatment methods and therapies are employed to ensure that patients can achieve recovery. While a comprehensive approach is best, there is no denying the impact of family therapy. Including families in the process of recovery from addiction can help rebuild…
Read MoreThe Link Between Athletes and Prescription Drug Abuse
The Link Between Athletes and Prescription Drug Abuse Prescription drug abuse is an epidemic and it can be problematic for all demographics. One group that is particularly at risk, but often overlooked, is athletes. For several reasons, athletes may be more likely to abuse prescription drugs, develop addictions and need treatment to embrace a healthy,…
Read MoreWhat is Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome?
Most individuals struggling with addiction, as well as their loved ones, are familiar with the concept of withdrawal. Typically occurring during a detox, withdrawal symptoms can be unpleasant but typically last for just a week or two. Less known, however, is the potential for a syndrome known as post-acute withdrawal syndrome, or PAWS. This withdrawal…
Read MorePain Management & Addiction Treatment
Far too many addictions develop as a way to cope with pain. Pain management often means abuse of opiate prescriptions, which can rapidly transform into an addiction. For those with chronic pain, addiction treatment has to address how to manage pain moving forward. Without doing so, many individuals will relapse. How Pain Becomes Addiction One…
Read MoreWhat is the Three Strikes Law?
In the United States, there are a number of laws relating to crime and drug use. Some are applicable in specific states while others are applicable on the federal level. One of the most divisive and controversial law on the books is the Three Strikes Law. Learn more about the law and how it might…
Read MoreThe Heroin Epidemic in Texas
Heroin use, abuse and addiction is something that is causing problems across the United States, but it is having a particularly devastating impact on the state of Texas. Heroin is a dangerous opiate, and one that is also highly addictive. By examining the scope of the heroin epidemic in Texas as well as its causes,…
Read MoreWhat Factors Can Contribute to Substance Abuse
What Factors Can Contribute to Substance Abuse Substance abuse impacts millions of people around the world, yet there is no clear cause. Addictions form because of a variety of factors, each of which can contribute to the development of substance abuse disorders. By exploring the factors that contribute to this epidemic, it may be easier…
Read MoreRecovering From Alcohol Addiction
At any given time in the United States, over 16 million people are dealing with an alcohol addiction or abuse disorder. While struggling with alcoholism can be incredibly challenging, recovery is possible. Understanding the process of recovery can give individuals the impetus they need to take those first steps toward sobriety. Identifying the Problem The…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Dedicated Detox Center
The Importance of a Dedicated Detox Center While there are several rehabilitation methods that can be used in the treatment of an addiction, none will be effective until patients are sober. To achieve this stage of recovery and to break free from the chemical dependencies of addiction, detox is a necessity. While it is possible…
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