• The 5 Best Sobriety Gift Ideas, and 3 You Should Avoid

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    If you find yourself struggling with what to get your loved one in recovery, you’re not alone. Recovering from an addiction is likely one of [...]

  • Overcoming the Stigma of Addiction in Recovery

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    he journey of recovery from addiction, one of the most formidable barriers individuals face is the stigma surrounding substance abuse. Despite progress in understanding addiction [...]

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    Substance-Induced Mental Health Disorders

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    Substance abuse can profoundly impact mental health, leading to substance-induced mood disorders and altering brain function. In this blog, we explain the intricacies of substance-induced [...]

  • How Long Does Percocet Stay in Your System?

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    Percocet is a potent opioid medication that’s often prescribed for managing moderate to severe pain. Unfortunately, this drug also carries a significant risk of addiction. [...]

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    How to Stop Manipulating People

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    Often used to control outcomes or influence other people’s actions, manipulation is a behavior pattern that can strain relationships and erode trust. Whether conscious or [...]

  • How Long Will it Take to Break an Addiction?

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    It was once believed that it took 21 days to break a habit, and that it took the brain a little less than one month [...]

  • High-Functioning Alcoholism, Explained

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    sm is a complex condition that manifests differently from individual to individual. Some people struggle visibly with alcohol dependency, while others may appear to keep [...]

  • Risks and Side Effects of Barbiturates

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    Once widely prescribed for various medical conditions, barbiturates have largely been replaced with safer alternatives due to their high potential for abuse and addiction. Despite [...]

  • Navigating Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving

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    very is possible for people living with complex PTSD (C-PTSD). Although this condition is challenging, with proper support, individuals with C-PTSD can move towards resilience [...]

  • How Adderall Affects the Brain

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    rall is a prescription medication commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The drug has also gained popularity among individuals without ADHD because [...]

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    The Mom Burnout to Substance Abuse Pipeline

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    While raising young children is celebrated as a time of joy and fulfillment for mothers, this life stage can also be a period of overwhelming [...]

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    Dangers and Risks of Overdosing on Sleeping Pills

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    Individuals struggling with insomnia may be desperate for sleep, putting them at risk of misusing or overusing sleeping pills. The consequences of overdosing on these [...]