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Drug detox is the beginning phase of treatment in the recovery journey. Beginning the recovery process and getting the substances you previously abused, such as alcohol, out of your system can be hard on your body and mind. Eating the right foods can help your body overcome this adjustment and stay healthy throughout the detox […]

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If you are seeking rehab treatment for drug or alcohol addiction, the last thing you want to think about is losing your job. Regrettably, this is a real possibility. Due to shoddy employment protections, there is little to do except look for a new job. Loopholes and Gaps in Employment Protections The Americans with Disabilities […]

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Sleep helps you rest and regain energy. It helps boost the immune system. During sleep, your brain stores information, helping your learning and memory skills. The importance of sleep is why many people sometimes turn to drugs if they develop disturbed sleep patterns. Z-drugs are a class of prescription sleep medications like: Zopiclone (Imovane) Zaleplon […]

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Most people with substance use disorder (SUD) require some form of inpatient detox. Every form of acute withdrawal includes unbearable cravings. Relapse and withdrawal symptoms pose too high of a risk. In some cases, withdrawal symptoms can end in death. Rather than taking that risk, people can check themselves into a detox facility. First, they […]

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Addiction can weigh you down, wrecking many areas of your life. If you are seeking a substance-free life, you may find yourself looking into treatment options for substance abuse. Consider going to a professional drug rehab or addiction center. Drug & alcohol detox is the first step in the recovery process. This will slowly taper […]

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The brain reacts to withdrawal from drugs and alcohol in interesting ways. You might find that you struggle with intrusive, irrational thoughts throughout treatment. Here’s how to handle them. Psychological Effects of Withdrawal If you have consumed drugs or alcohol for a long time, acute withdrawal symptoms might impact you more severely. Every type of […]

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Acute withdrawal feels different depending on the substances involved. Stimulants come in both legal and illegal forms. Their medical purpose does not negate their risky nature, however. This article will discuss how stimulants work, why they are dangerous, and common withdrawal symptoms. The Uses and Dangers of Stimulants Stimulants work by blocking the reuptake of […]

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When a person enters into drug & alcohol detox, they are usually motivated to build a better future for themselves. They may feel afraid of the coming withdrawal, however. These two conflicting emotions can create cognitive dissonance for people. Luckily, medication-assisted detox (MAT) provides relief from painful and emotionally distressing withdrawal symptoms. People can start […]

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Social media is obsessed with food detoxes, detox diets, and cleanses. With their rising popularity and the vocabulary crossover, people entering drug detox may feel confused about whether dieting will occur during a detox program. Diets are not involved in or recommended during drug detox. They will not help individuals stop using substances. In fact, […]

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If you have struggled with substance use disorder (SUD) for a long time, you may find that it has negatively impacted your life. You might have suffered social or legal consequences because of your illness. It is time that you consider seeking out sobriety. You deserve to live a happy, substance-free life.  Drug & alcohol […]