Alcoholism is a complex disease that doesn’t always fit the stereotypes society gave it. Generally, many struggling with substance abuse have a job, go to school, and have a loving family. There’s no way they can be addicted to alcohol. Well, alcoholism...
Medications like Suboxone are prevalent to help people ease their withdrawal process. These medications are often part of medical detox regimens that can help prevent fatal withdrawal side effects. However, can Suboxone for detox from opiates be safe? Let’s...
Addiction doesn’t take time off. Just because you’re at work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. doesn’t mean the urge to use only rears its head once you clock out for the day. According to the National Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, around 70%...
Generally, lies and addiction go hand in hand. Whether you’re an active addict or know someone who is, you know there are a set of common lies addicts tell themselves and loved ones, over and over again. Lying and deceit live at the core of addiction. Addicts...
When it comes to lies, excuses, and ways to dodge accountability, those with active addiction are experts. Anyone struggling with substance abuse disorders can probably come up with many excuses for avoiding rehab. These are some of the most common excuses...
According to one study, nearly 62% of people in alcohol and drug addiction recovery relapse. The National Institute on Drug Abuse emphasizes that many recovering addicts are likely to experience a decline because of the chronic nature of the disease....
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