Pain medication addiction is a serious problem so if you think you might need treatment, you’re in the right place. If you’re already thinking about adjusting your pain pill intake then it’s likely you’ll need treatment from a painkiller addiction rehab. Noticing your relationship with pain medication has got out of hand is a big part…
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Morphine is one of the strongest opiates prescribed to patients, which makes it highly addictive and can lead to drug dependency. Morphine is so strong in fact that it can cause intense morphine withdrawal if a patient that becomes highly dependent tries to quit. This is why many attend a morphine addiction rehab center. Withdrawal symptoms…
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Opioid addicts often look like everyday men and women. One such addict, Ryan Opsahl, was looking to end his life-altering addiction and begin the road to recovery. Opsahl began his journey to recovery at Crestview Recovery in South East Portland. Opsahl’s Story Like most addicts, Opsahl’s addiction first began when his doctor prescribed Vicodin after…
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As marijuana is going mainstream, it is more accessible than ever before. Most medical and recreational users of the plant will not experience any problems. However, given its increasing popularity and use, it is the perfect time to ask the question – how addictive is marijuana? For a small number of people, the answer to…
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OCD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, has become more and more popular in recent years. People often refer to it in a rather colloquial language and say things like “I am a bit OCD” when they have a habit of tidying up often and excessively or arranging certain objects on their desks in a symmetric way. However, a…
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Medication is a regular part of many therapies that deal with mental illnesses. Doctors often treat conditions like depression or anxiety with a combination of therapy and medication. An often used drug is Xanax. But, what is Xanax? What is Xanax? To give a good overview of the medication we start with a Xanax definition.…
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This article will guide you through the signs that you might be a social alcoholic. There’s a big difference between a moderate drinker and an alcoholic but both may have impacts on your health. If you’re worried about your drinking habits, it might be worth speaking to an alcohol addiction rehab center. What Is a Social…
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Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), otherwise known as molly or ecstasy, is a common party drug used by individuals to experience an intense high or sense of euphoria. However, MDMA effects may lead to long-term damage to the brain and body over time. In addition to health effects, MDMA can lead to intense addiction with consistent recreational use.…
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Spreading awareness regarding the dangers of using substances during pregnancy is important. According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), too many women use drugs while they’re pregnant. The NCADD launched National Alcohol and Other Drug-Related Birth Defects Awareness Week to spread awareness about this problem. The NCADD wants to help soon-to-be…
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With so many drugs on the market, it’s hard for people to keep up with them all. As a result, they may not know what is amphetamine or if it’s addictive. Also, what kind of danger does this drug pose to those who abuse it? What Is Amphetamine? Doctors refer to amphetamines as central nervous…
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