The impact that alcohol has on a person’s body and mind should not be understated. Whether it’s kidney failure or cognitive impairment, the body (and mind) keep score. As time goes on, the human body ages; what once came easy for the body to tackle and filter out is not as simple anymore. As people age past their prime, it becomes more difficult for the body to function properly (or at peak performance).
Congratulations on navigating through the first nine steps of the 12-step program! Well done! But recovery is a lifelong journey, and Step 10 of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) reminds you of that. Daily reflection and spiritual growth are crucial to overcoming addiction in the long run.
Methadone, a long-acting synthetic opioid, is commonly used to treat opioid addiction and chronic pain. However, its use can raise concerns about detection in drug tests, potential withdrawal symptoms, and legal implications. So, how long does methadone stay in your system, and what factors may influence its presence in drug tests?
One of the most important factors for a positive addiction recovery experience is removing and reducing negative influences. Simply put, you need to create a new you, and doing so should involve the cultivation of more positive influences than may have existed before. This is necessary for the recovery process. Examples of Negative Influences in…
Drug addiction is a serious mental health illness that requires a unique approach to successfully treat the addiction and its underlying causes. An accredited drug rehab program uses evidence-based therapy techniques and medication to minimize withdrawal symptoms. In fact, drug rehab programs are the safest way to get through the painful and sometimes deadly withdrawal…
Some people struggling with alcoholism are curious as to how to detox from alcohol. Many of them don’t understand that it takes the help of medical professionals. Trying to self-detox can be very dangerous because of how the substance affects your vital organs. Many years ago, society believed those who attempted detox without medical assistance…
Addiction is on a spectrum, which is why it’s so important to seek an early intervention Oregon rehab center as soon as possible. Many people wait far too long to help their loved one get into an addiction treatment center. It’s understandable because many families and friends think they can help their loved one get…
There are several routes to sobriety, and all patients have to sit down and decide on the best path to their recovery. Trying to recover on your own can be difficult, and, depending on the type of addiction, nearly impossible. In a number of situations, doing it yourself is a clear path to relapse. When…
What does it mean to have an addiction? When is it obvious? What signs should I be looking for? Is it serious? Should I be worried that I have an addiction? There are plenty of opinions and assumptions that people have about substance dependence. Some of them are correct. All too often, however, they are…
Physical dependence on drugs or alcohol is one of the most difficult parts to get through in addiction recovery. Depending on your substance of choice, the symptoms of withdrawal can vary, and they can be fairly harsh. So harsh, in fact, that the compulsion to return to substance use to feel “normal” again can be…