Tag: healing from trauma
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Dangers of Prescription Drug Abuse
All psychoactive substances carry some risk of addiction. Since addiction can lead to physical and psychological dependence, seeking an additional level of treatment can save your life. Many prescription medications taken according to your doctor’s recommendations can result in physical dependency. The side effects of many prescription drugs end up damaging people’s health, self-image, relationships,…
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Long-Term Effects of Heroin Abuse
Heroin addiction is one of the most challenging addictions to treat, physiologically and psychologically. Understanding the effects of heroin abuse can help you prepare for life beyond detox and recovery. At Solution Based Treatment & Detox (SBT) in Murrieta, CA, our evidence-based drug rehab treatment gives clients a firm foundation to maintain sobriety and recover…
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5 Benefits of Benzo Addiction Treatment
Doctors often prescribe benzodiazepines or benzos for patients experiencing treatment-resistant anxiety or traumatic stress. Tens of millions of Americans take these drugs each year, so some people may think they are perfectly safe. However, benzos are highly habit-forming, and benzo addiction is a significant health concern. If you or a loved one has been looking…
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What to Expect in Women’s Rehab
Men and women are equally likely to become addicted to drugs or alcohol. Addiction is a disease that develops through several risk factors, some of which are more common in women than men. However, women are often reluctant to get help for addiction, as there is the belief that addiction is due to a personal…
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Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 360 million people worldwide have alcohol use disorder (AUD), which means they will go through alcohol withdrawal if they stop drinking. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening, so it’s best to enter a supervised detox program if you’re experiencing them—such as the one offered by…
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Preparing for Women’s Rehab
Addiction is one of the biggest health concerns in America today, with millions of people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction every year. Addiction is a disease that knows no boundaries, as people from all walks of life can develop a dependence on substances to cope with the pressure of day-to-day life. Women, in particular,…
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Marijuana and Young Adults
While some people can use marijuana without consequences, people with unresolved trauma and particular life circumstances cannot use marijuana without moving on to more dangerous drugs as their tolerance builds. Marijuana is a trigger for people who are addicted to cocaine, methamphetamine, alcohol, and many other drugs. Marijuana makes people more likely to relapse into…
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5 Benefits of Women’s Rehab
When treating addiction, rehab specialists must consider all factors of a client’s experience. Part of this is determining whether or not they would benefit from a gender-specific rehab program. Some women may feel uncomfortable entering rehab with men, as people who experience substance use disorders and mental health conditions are often victims of domestic violence…
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Why Choose California for Drug Rehab
The rehabilitation center you choose needs to be located in a region where you can safely overcome addiction challenges and thrive. Here are the reasons why you should consider California for your recovery.
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What to Expect in Men’s Rehab
Rehab is challenging for everyone, as leaving everyday life behind for an entire month is something people rarely do. Men, in particular, can be wary of entering rehab, as there is a stigma associated with admitting that they have a substance use disorder. Men are expected to be able to handle everything life throws their…
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The Connection Between Alcoholism and Dementia
Chronic alcohol use can be so damaging, in fact, that researchers believe abusing alcohol can greatly increase your risk of developing dementia.
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5 Benefits of Men’s Rehab
Many men need to seek treatment for substance use disorders until later in life when long-term use of drugs or alcohol has already taken a heavy toll. While most rehab programs apply to all genders, a men’s rehab program can also be of great benefit. There are fundamental biological and cultural differences between men and…
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Crack vs. Cocaine
Are crack and cocaine the same thing? Many people believe that crack and cocaine are the same. They are varieties of the same drug. The difference between them is essentially a matter of substance. Crack cocaine comes in small crystals. Regular cocaine is powdered. Crack cocaine takes the shape it does because it is powdered…
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How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?
How long does cocaine stay in the system after you take a dose? It’s something many people who are curious about the drug or its effects on users want to know. How long cocaine stays in a person’s system depends on a few factors: body weight, metabolism, dosage, and how frequently the drug is used.…
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Is Cocaine a Stimulant or Depressant?
Many different categories exist for classifying drugs. Two of the most common are stimulants and depressants. Is cocaine a stimulant or depressant? In Murrieta, California—and likely elsewhere, too—some drugs exist in more than one category. That is not the case for cocaine, as this drug is purely a stimulant. Understanding what it means for cocaine…
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Is Marijuana a Depressant?
One of the most common inquiries regarding marijuana is related to what type of drug it is. Many people wonder, “Is marijuana a depressant?” Depressants are just one category of drugs, with the others being stimulants, opiates, and hallucinogens. People often begin with the question, “Is marijuana a depressant?” because marijuana user stereotypes fit the…
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Is Marijuana Making My Depression Worse?
People often use marijuana to feel relaxed and achieve a mellow high. There are also some medically-valid uses for marijuana concerning pain management or chronic ailments. As a result, it may be tempting to think that marijuana use could benefit someone with depression. Beyond whether or not it could be helpful, marijuana is commonly used…
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What to Expect in Dual Diagnosis
A dual diagnosis is when someone has both a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder. Treatment for dual diagnosis is designed to tackle both disorders at once. This approach is more complex than the traditional method of treating each condition independently. Yet despite its complexity, dual diagnosis treatment is vastly preferable for the…
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Is a Dual Diagnosis Right for Me?
“Is dual diagnosis right for me?” It’s a common question for people to ask before seeking substance abuse treatment. From the clinical perspective, it may seem cut-and-dried whether someone has a dual diagnosis or not. Many people seeking treatment, however, may not be formally diagnosed with a mental health disorder or may doubt whether their…
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What Is a Dual Diagnosis?
A simple dual diagnosis definition is any time a person is identified as having a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder simultaneously. This dual diagnosis definition also applies to another term: “co-occurring disorders.” In many cases, “dual diagnosis” and “co-occurring disorders” are interchangeable terms as they mean the same thing. Dual diagnosis treatment…
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5 Benefits of Dual Diagnosis
Mental health disorders and substance use disorders overlap at high rates. Treating both conditions together is more complex than treating one on its own. Yet failing to address these disorders simultaneously is a recipe for relapse. The benefits of dual diagnosis far outweigh the added challenges of implementing a dual diagnosis program. Whether mental illness…
