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a woman enjoys a glass of water in detox

Benefits of Detox

Lifelong recovery from addiction begins with a thorough medical detox and therapy sessions at a quality treatment center. The primary benefits of detox include successfully

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a woman does not realize that kava is addicting and struggles with the symptoms

Is Kava Addicting?

With the influx of kava bars and the controversy surrounding this mysterious drink, kava has become a frequent topic in recovery circles. As more people

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a man struggles to cope with the negative effects of his ativan abuse

What Is Ativan?

Ativan (lorazepam) belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It’s used to treat anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, and grand mal seizures. Benzos are central

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a woman struggles with withdrawal symptoms related to her oxycontin addiction

Side Effects of OxyContin

Oxycodone (usually sold under the brand name OxyContin) is an opioid medication used to treat moderate to severe pain. However, as with other prescription medications,

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loved ones console each other after losing someone to accidental fentanyl overdose

Dangers of Fentanyl

Fentanyl is a manmade drug that was first synthesized by Paul Janssen, a Belgian physician, in 1960. It is primarily used by doctors for anesthesia

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a man struggles with his sobriety when he is triggered to relapse

Understanding Relapse Triggers

For a lifelong recovery from addiction, clients need constant support and contingency plans for relapse triggers. After all, healing is rarely a linear journey, and

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a man struggles with the effect his trauma is having on his alcohol addiction

Trauma and Alcoholism

Several factors closely link trauma and alcoholism. Children who have faced abuse are more likely to carry their unresolved trauma into adulthood and turn to

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