Addiction is a disease that doesn’t just impact the body. It can cause and be caused by mental health issues making it one of the more complicated diseases people struggle with. Fortunately, addiction treatment professionals understand how to approach treatment, so individuals get both the physical care they need to heal and mental health support.…
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Although there is an overarching idea that people become addicted to substances because of their lack of willpower, the reality is that addiction and genetics go hand-in-hand. One of the major contributing factors of alcohol addiction and substance use disorder is genetic predisposition. The genetics of alcohol addiction show that the disease of addiction can…
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Morphine is one of the most powerful opioids and is only legally used by medical professionals to manage pain. It can be used in various forms, including pills, liquid, or injectables. However, like most opioids, morphine can be highly addictive if misused or abused. Individuals with morphine addiction need professional support to heal. Pines Recovery…
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It’s difficult for people to overcome an opioid addiction because of how the drugs affect the brain. When individuals cease using, they can experience intense and painful withdrawal symptoms. Fortunately, advances in research demonstrate the benefits of using medications like Suboxone to help people who might hesitate to seek treatment because they feared the effects…
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One of the things that tend to go by the wayside when in the grips of addiction is our overall physical health. Once you enter recovery, activity and improved wellness are essential tools in keeping you clean and sober. A combination of good nutrition and exercise goes a long way toward keeping you distracted from…
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Recovery from addiction doesn’t end once you complete a program at a rehab center. Because addiction is a chronic disease, individuals must learn to manage the condition over their life. Substance use disorder is full of complexity and challenges. There may be times that you feel invincible, and others, where you feel like all your…
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The right aftercare program in Miami is vital for those in recovery in South Florida. Aftercare makes a recovery from drug and alcohol addiction easier to navigate by providing ongoing support. As a result, a good aftercare program inspires as well as educates. It plays a role that’s just as important as the quality of…
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Benzos, or benzodiazepines, is a class of drugs used to treat multiple medical disorders. Generally, it works on your central nervous system to make you feel calm and relaxed. These drugs are sedatives marketed under brand names such as Librium or Valium. They’re often used to help patients who struggle with symptoms of panic or…
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When you detox from drugs such as heroin, there is always a withdrawal period. Heroin withdrawal, like that of other opioids, may be severe. For best results, it’s still safest to detox through a medically supervised heroin detox program. Otherwise, you may become gravely ill. Additionally, cravings may feel overwhelming. As a result, you could…
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PHP is an acronym for a partial hospitalization program. As part of a PHP, patients receive the same high level of care they would in a residential addiction treatment program. However, partial hospitalization permits participants to return home each night. This type of program is ideal for patients who have completed residential treatment and transition…
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