People all over the world take prescription medications to help treat conditions they’re facing in their lives. They may take something for a mental health condition like depression or anxiety or a pill to reduce their pain. Unfortunately, today’s most prescribed drugs in the United States can also be addictive and abused. If you’re facing…
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There are many types of medications available today, and one of the most popular classes of drug are the opiates. So, what drugs are opiates? Why does it matter? In general, people with chronic pain use opiate drugs. However, if taken for a long time, opiates become addictive. Fortunately, doctors prescribe opiates less frequently than…
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When it comes to life issues that are linked or tied together, people often point to mental health and substance use. That isn’t always the case, and it’s not true for everyone, but it’s pretty commonly seen. Generally, it happens because a mental health issue like depression or anxiety leads to trying to find ways…
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If you’re struggling with any kind of substance use issue or addiction problems, you’re not alone. One of the most common addiction issues comes from mixing prescription drugs like alcohol and Xanax together. A lot of people do that because they don’t realize that a prescription could be a dangerous substance. They also often don’t…
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There are many ways to look at issues arising from drugs and alcohol. One of those ways is in the context of dependence vs addiction. Understanding the difference between the two is important. That can help determine whether you or a loved one has a problem, and when seeking treatment may be necessary. At Crestview…
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It can be hard to go about helping an alcoholic. Unfortunately, the cure isn’t as simple as just getting them to stop drinking, and there may be other issues and factors in their life that’s causing them to drink. But getting them help through our facility at Crestview Recovery can be the right choice for…
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Hydrocodone is an excellent medication for reducing pain and discomfort. Unfortunately, it can also come with serious side effects because people who use it find that they have to take more of it overtime to get the same kind of painkilling effect. That can lead to taking too much of the drug or taking it…
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When it comes to addiction, it is usually not just the person battling that addiction who is affected. Unfortunately, there are family members and friends who can feel the effects, as well. But there is help and hope for anyone dealing with addiction, along with their loved ones. It is important to understand how addiction…
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With all the information available about drug use and abuse, one area that often goes undiscussed is marijuana and education. There’s plenty of education about the drug, but not as much information about how the drug affects your ability to learn. If you need treatment for marijuana addiction, or if the use of the drug…
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Being codependent can make life difficult. When children are raised that way, they often don’t understand how to live independently and make decisions on their own. They may struggle with being people-pleasers, and they may focus on external validation. As they move into adulthood, they continue those patterns of wanting to do things for others.…
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