Eating disorders are some of the most severe but treatable conditions. These mental and physical illnesses affect people of all ages, races, body shapes, and weights. Estimates believe that around 20 million women and 10 million men in the United States alone will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Although […]
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Like many other mental health conditions, food addiction is widely misunderstood. However, studies show that those with food addiction have similar psychological responses to substance abuse disorders. Those who suffer from food addiction will typically develop tolerances to food over time, much like drug addicts and alcoholics develop tolerances to their chemical substances of choice.
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According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, over 30 million Americans struggled with an eating disorder at some point in their lifetime. Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, with very little getting the treatment they need. Practicing mindful eating could help prevent countless eating disorder deaths
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Estimates believe about 30 million Americans will struggle with an eating disorder at some point in their lives. While anorexia nervosa is a well-known eating disorder, around 0.3%-0.4% of women and 0.1% of men will suffer from anorexia. However, these numbers might be higher since many cases go unreported. Some statistics go to say that
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Eating disorder recovery is lifesaving. In fact, of all mental illnesses, eating disorders have the highest rate of fatality. For addicts and alcoholics who also suffer from an eating disorder, addressing this problem is an integral part of a happy, healthy life.
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What are people posting on Instagram that glorifies eating disorders and self-harm? Find out today! Also, learn about the social media recovery community!
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Crack-cocaine is the modern version of a drug that has been around for millennia. Indigenous peoples have used coca leaves for over three thousand years. However, crack addiction became rampant as soon as the drug hit the streets. The intense effect of the drug, coupled with a very short-lived high, made addiction prevalent. Let’s learn
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The seemingly innocuous painkiller Tramadol is becoming a popular drug around the world. Hundreds of thousands of people use it. It sells more than marijuana, cocaine, and other drugs. Can a Tramadol epidemic be on the rise? There seem to be a few significant reasons for this recent explosion of Tramadol abuse. First, it’s relatively
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Suboxone withdrawal symptoms are unpleasant and last for longer than “normal” opioid withdrawal. Unlike other drugs, it’s important to note that Suboxone is often the drug some treatment centers use to help people struggling with withdrawal symptoms from other opioids. However, even still, some people develop a dependence on suboxone and later experience suboxone withdrawal
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The opioid epidemic is nothing new. With prescription drugs, including OxyContin, the brand name for oxycodone, the epidemic continues to worsen. People of all ages and walks tend to turn to these powerful drugs for pain-relieving effects. However, their addictive makeup places people at high risk of developing physical tolerance and addiction. Let’s explore some
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Vicodin is the most prescribed painkiller in America. Learn shocking Vicodin addiction facts and how people can find addiction treatment today.
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It’s widespread for traditional medicinal remedies to become recreational drugs. Since most of these substances are unregulated, people of all walks, abuse them in a way that’s not their primary function. Kratom is another medicinal plant that people turn to for euphoric experiences. Learning kratom addiction facts can help us prevent abuse and misuse. What is
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