People who have recently completed addiction treatment are more likely to relapse than those who have successfully maintained a sober lifestyle for a year or more. This is because it takes time and practice to establish a sober lifestyle and implement coping skills learned during recovery.
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Cocaine use can cause symptoms such as anxiety, twitching, insomnia, and paranoia. To offset these effects, some people turn to alcohol in combination with cocaine use. This is due to a false myth that drinking alcohol will give you a better high or help you avoid withdrawal symptoms. Unfortunately, mixing cocaine and alcohol comes with…
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As health and wellness professionals learn more about addiction, communities are able to put a stop to it earlier on, saving lives. This is accomplished through early intervention. Identifying personal triggers and underlying causes of addiction can help stop destructive drug or alcohol use. Solution Based Treatment and Detox in Murrieta, California, offers residents of…
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Although stereotypes about addiction may suggest that men are more likely to become addicted to drugs and alcohol, people of any gender can and do fall prey to this disease. Gender roles and expectations can feel heavy, which drives some people to use drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. Along with societal expectations, physical…
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The time a person spends recovering from an addiction will be one of the most vulnerable in their life. Then, religion and addiction recovery can be connected to providing additional support that may prove critical to finding success and achieving sobriety. A faith-based recovery program could be an option if you need additional help from…
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Addiction to meth is detrimental to both your physical health and mental health. While feelings of isolation, depression, or paranoia may be what the outside world sees, internal damage is occurring to the body. Understanding the physical effects of meth addiction can help you know what to look for if you or a loved one…
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Once rehab is finished, and it’s time to get back to your routine, job, and family life, staying sober can come with challenges. To help with ensuring that your sobriety lasts, prepare yourself with a plan and support system. Each individual will have their own set of potential triggers, but addiction specialists can help. At…
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Those who become addicted to alcohol or drugs often do so out of feelings of helplessness and distress. These feelings can come from traumatic events or difficult childhood and may lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis. Those with dual diagnoses of substance use disorder and PTSD may benefit from EMDR therapy or Eye Movement…
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Heroin and fentanyl are both powerful opioids that provide pain relief. While there is no accepted medical use for heroin, fentanyl is a synthetic opioid with some medical uses. Regardless, both of these carry a high risk of addiction and overdose. Learning more about the dangers of heroin and fentanyl use can help. Understanding the…
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Los Angeles is a large, urban city in Southern California with nearly four million residents. As a famous city in the United States and internationally, many people come to Los Angeles seeking better opportunities for their families. However, drug and alcohol use is common in Los Angeles, with many turning to alcohol or opioids for…
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