Day Drinking: The Hidden Dangers

Understanding Day Drinking Culture What Is Considered Day Drinking? Day drinking is a popular term for drinking alcohol during the day, especially at social gatherings.  According to Alcoholism: Clinical and

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Is Ketamine Addictive: Signs and Symptoms

Understanding Ketamine and Its Uses What Is Ketamine? Ketamine is an FDA-approved medication used effectively in general anesthesia for sedation in brief medical procedures.  More specifically, ketamine is a dissociative

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How to Sober Up Fast: Preventing Dehydration

Understanding Alcohol and Its Effects The excessive use of alcohol can affect you physically, mentally, and emotionally.  Some examples include: An increase in isolation and loss of interest in activities

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Trauma-Informed Care: Why This Approach Is Crucial for Effective Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment

Unresolved trauma is a pervasive struggle for those who are going through substance misuse or mental health problems. Trauma can affect how people cope, how they relate to others, and

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Relapse Prevention Strategies: How to Plan for Long-Term Recovery Success

While many people may mistake it as a sign of failure, relapse is simply a normal part of the recovery journey. Many of those who experience it overcome it and

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The Importance of Professionals Seeking Help for Addiction

Addiction can affect anyone regardless of their background, ethnicity, status, or gender. In many cases, people have a certain stereotype of what someone struggling with addiction may look like. They

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The Role of Alumni Programs in Lasting Sobriety

The journey of recovery from addiction and co-occurring disorders doesn’t come to an end when you complete the initial stages of treatment. Rather, it is a process that continues over

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A Safe Space for Healing: Supporting Diversity in Recovery: Tailored Programs for LGBTQ+ and Transgender Individuals

Addiction and mental health challenges can affect everyone, regardless of gender, age, background, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. These issues don’t discriminate and can cause challenges for those in all walks

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The Role of Inpatient Care in Overcoming Addiction and Co-Occurring Mental Health Challenges

Many people don’t realize just how much mental health disorders and addiction go hand in hand. Because of their close connection, they can often lead to a complicated cycle that

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