Tag: cycle of addiction
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Stages of Opioid Withdrawal
Most people don’t set out to become addicted to opioids. It starts innocently and with good intention, with a prescription from a doctor. While not everyone who takes prescription drugs ends up trying and becoming addicted to other drugs – like heroin – the risk is there. In fact, heroin and prescription opioids both affect…
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Dangers of Mixing Cocaine and Alcohol
There is a myriad of reasons that people mix drugs and alcohol, and every combination is dangerous. The cocaine and alcohol mix is one of the most common. It’s called polysubstance abuse. The reason it’s so common is that it’s thought that each substance will reduce the negative symptoms of the other substance. Contact us…
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Understanding Drug Legalization
Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is legal for adults aged 21 and older in 37 states, but it is still an illegal substance according to federal law. The legalization of medical marijuana makes it easier for people to access the drug. As with any psychoactive substance, some people can use marijuana without harmful consequences, and…
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Recognizing Alcoholism in the Workplace
The workplace is not exempt from alcohol addiction. Going out with coworkers for a couple of drinks or throwing a few back at the company holiday party are not uncommon occurrences. But there may be people working right alongside you who are struggling with alcoholism. You can do yourself and coworkers a favor by recognizing…
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Enjoying a Sober Holiday on 4th of July
Unfortunately 4th of July celebrations — as with most holidays in the U.S.— tend to revolve around alcohol consumption. You’ve worked hard for your sobriety, and there’s no reason to put it in jeopardy. So, the challenge becomes how to celebrate without worrying about the temptation to drink. Believe it or not, there’s plenty of…
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Dangerous Side Effects of Morphine
All opioids, like morphine, are naturally derived from the opium poppy plant. Studies show that around 12 percent of people who use prescription opioid drugs develop an addiction, and more than 100 people die every day from opioid overdoses in the United States. These statistics are staggering and why so many people see help through…
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Common Signs of a Relapse
One of the biggest worries after getting treatment for substance use is that you’ll relapse. It’s hard to find that balance between living in fear and not taking your sobriety seriously at all. That sweet spot in between is being able to recognize the signs that you might be falling into old habits. Thinking that…
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Tips for Maintaining Sobriety
For those in recovery, you know how hard you have worked to get there and how easy it could be to relapse if you don’t set yourself up for success with a plan for sober living. Maintaining sobriety also takes work, and the fact is that a large percentage of those who succeed with staying…
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Can Marijuana Addiction Cause Health Issues
Marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the United States, and its use can cause a number of health issues affecting both the body and brain. While there are many marijuana use supporters who believe smoking the drug has no negative side effects, research says otherwise. If you or a loved one are struggling…
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Risks of At-Home Detox
Don’t believe someone if they tell you that you’ll enjoy detox. Purging your system of drugs you have become dependent on throws your mind and your body for a loop. Detox can bring on symptoms so severe that you may want to use even more drugs. Unfortunately, many try to go it alone and detox…
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Family Support Groups for Addiction
One of the most effective parts of getting treatment for drug or alcohol addiction is having access to an addiction support group for the person in need of treatment and their family. If you’re a family member of someone struggling with addiction, one who is currently in substance use disorder treatment, or they are in…
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Spotting the Signs of Codependency
Codependent relationships exist when someone influential in your life encourages self-destructive behavior. When you are battling an addiction, this is the last kind of person you want in your life. You want to sever ties with this person (or persons) and the behavior they encourage. At Solution Based Treatment, we work with all of our…
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Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders
For the millions of people in the world suffering from substance use disorders, many of them have mental health issues at the same time and don’t even realize it. In the past, each issue was treated separately, but in the last 30 years, it has become common practice to treat them together as co-occurring disorders,…
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Recognizing Signs of an Overdose
An overdose is more than scary. It’s life-threatening, and if you survive it, the effects will stay with you for your entire life. Sadly, overdosing is all too common in our society. It can happen at any time, and to people you would least expect. You don’t have to be a long-time drug user to…
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3 Tips for Staying Sober This Summer
Summer is usually a time to kick back, relax, and have a little fun. But figuring out how you will manage your sobriety during all of the summer fun can be stressful. The challenge will be even greater if your sobriety is new and you are hanging out with people who are not sober. But…
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3 Sober Activities for Memorial Day
As summer approaches, many Americans look forward to Memorial Day weekend as a chance to kick back and unwind by gathering with friends and family at backyard parties, barbecues, and more. Unfortunately, these three-day holiday weekends do not encourage sober living and can be difficult for people who suffer from addiction. The temptations can be…
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The Business of Care & the Man Behind the Vision: SBT in the News!
We don’t do this work for the glamour, but it sure is nice to be recognized. Scott Brown, the founder of Solution Based Treatment & Detox in Murrieta, CA, received mention in The Business of Care section of MirrorReview’s latest issue. Read the article here: The Business of Care. Brown has received plenty of accolades…
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Most Common Benzo Addiction Symptoms
Benzodiazepines – also called “benzos” – include Xanax, Klonopin, and Valium, among many other drugs. These medications work well for the treatment of severe anxiety and seizures. But they are highly addictive, and unfortunately, too many medical doctors and psychiatrists overprescribe benzos. As a result, addiction in the United States is at an all-time high,…
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CEO Scott Brown Named in Robust Healthcare Leaders 2021
Scott Brown, our founder and fearless leader was recently featured in MirrorReview’s Robust Healthcare Leaders 2021. Brown has received copious awards and accolades throughout his career in sales and marketing. However, he considers his work at Solution Based Treatment & Detox to be his greatest achievement. “Given the tremendous amount of hard work, dedication, and…
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Making the Most Out of Life After Rehab
Addiction is a chronic disease. Managing a chronic disease does not end just because its most debilitating symptoms have been treated. Entering rehab can be scary, but it can also be scary to leave rehab and re-enter society. Sober living is a lifestyle, and it will take some getting used to. You’ve done all the…
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Attending Faith-Based Treatment Programs
For people of faith, addiction and alcohol abuse can cause intense shame and secrecy. Christians often struggle with coming to grips with their drug or alcohol use disorder and fear judgment from their peers. These feelings can keep many from seeking help for drug addiction. Participating in faith-based recovery can help religious individuals overcome their…
