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Can the Liver Heal Itself? Recovering from Alcohol Addiction

You might be familiar with the fact that drinking alcohol can cause many different health complications, including liver damage. However, the liver functions differently from other organs in the human body. Rather than developing scar tissue right away when it is damaged, the liver works to reverse the damage to a certain extent. This leaves...
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Meth Psychosis: The Hows and Whys of Getting Help

Meth psychosis isn’t something that immediately comes to mind when the general population considers the effects of meth use. Symptoms of meth use, like sores on the face, weight loss, and rotting teeth are more commonly known. However, meth psychosis is a serious symptom of meth use that is estimated to affect up to 40...
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Xanax Detox: Find a Treatment Center

Xanax (alprazolam), like many drugs, is highly addictive. Many people become addicted to the drug’s sedative effects. Xanax dependency happens more quickly than most people realize. When the drug is taken regularly, withdrawal symptoms may appear once it leaves your system. Xanax detox is best managed under medical care at a rehab facility.  Many clients...
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Meth Addiction: Symptoms and Treatments

Meth addiction is a severe and complex issue that demands a detailed understanding. Methamphetamine, widely known as meth, is a highly addictive stimulant with profound effects on the central nervous system.   Originating as a medical treatment for conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy, its potent effects have led to widespread abuse and addiction. This guide...
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What is Dual Diagnosis?: The Intersection of Mental Illness and Substance Abuse

Navigating the complex terrain of mental health and substance abuse can be overwhelming, especially when they co-occur. In this comprehensive guide, we delve deep into the topic of dual diagnosis, shedding light on the various mental health conditions often linked with substance abuse, and why specialized treatment is imperative. Whether you or a loved one...
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Understanding Cognitive Disorders

Navigating the Mind: Understanding Cognitive Disorders Introduction: Cognitive disorders are complex conditions that affect various aspects of mental function, including memory, thinking, problem-solving, and communication. These disorders can have a significant impact on daily life and relationships. In this guide, we’ll delve into the world of cognitive disorders, exploring their types, causes, symptoms, and available...
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Are Panic Attacks Dangerous?

Are Panic Attacks Dangerous? When to See a Doctor

Panic attacks can suddenly trigger someone’s fight-or-flight response and derail their plans for the entire day. But in addition to being uncomfortable and disruptive, are panic attacks dangerous? Can they cause real, physical harm, or are they only capable of inciting fear and anxiety? Today, we will discuss the symptoms that define a panic attack...
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Codeine Addiction: Signs and Treatment Options

For some people, codeine provides relief from pain and sickness. But for others, it’s a source of pain and struggle. Codeine addiction is a serious problem that contributes to the devastating opioid epidemic in the United States. Mental health problems and other factors contribute to the damaging impact this substance can have when it’s misused....
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ADHD and Addiction

Researchers have identified a connection between ADHD and addiction, wherein having ADHD predisposes one to develop a substance use disorder, especially if their ADHD is undiagnosed or untreated. But while this connection is undeniable, the causes behind it are more complex. Keep reading to learn about the link between ADHD and addiction, and what you...
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Alcohol Cessation: What You Can Expect from Detoxing

Alcohol cessation isn’t as easy as you might think, especially if you’ve been drinking excessively or using alcohol to cope. When you become reliant on a substance, it’s hard to give it up. And it doesn’t help that quitting something that makes you feel good initially comes with some pretty painful side effects. Nor does it help that alcohol...
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