What Does My Relapse Dream Mean? Relapse dreams are when a person dreams about using a substance while in recovery. These dreams usually consist of using the substance the person commonly used before they began treatment, but they can include the use of new substances. Drug relapse dreams are usually very realistic. You can dream…
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Addiction is prevalent in the United States, and many people don’t seek treatment for it, either due to fear of judgment or belief that their substance misuse isn’t as harmful as it actually is. Those who seek treatment sometimes find it challenging to be successful with traditional treatment models. These frustrations can discourage people from…
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About 21 million Americans struggle with addiction, but very few people seek treatment for their condition. Addiction happens slowly. Once a person starts using a substance, they progress through the stages of addiction before developing a substance use disorder. Even though the substances vary, the stages of opiate addiction are very similar to the stages of alcohol…
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Approximately 20 million people in the United States struggle with at least one substance use disorder. There are various treatment options available to these individuals to help them overcome addiction and maintain their sobriety. One of these treatment options is reality therapy, an effective therapy model used to change people’s behavior and outlook. Many treatment facilities offer…
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Call Now Taking the first steps to sobriety when you are struggling with a substance abuse problem may not seem all that appealing. For you, the thought of being sober might sound scary because you would no longer experience the effects of drinking or using drugs. You might also think sober living means you will…
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When you are ready to enter a rehab program to treat your drug or alcohol addiction, you will notice that there are several different treatment options. You probably encountered holistic addiction treatment in your research to find a rehab center and may be wondering how this is different from other treatment methods. What Is Holistic…
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Whether you are struggling with addiction, just started addiction recovery, or are in your aftercare, developing healthy coping skills is an essential part of addiction recovery. The first and most important thing to remember is you are never alone. There are plenty of people who face the same challenges you face every single day. Realizing…
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The holidays are supposed to be fun, exciting, and joyous. However, the holidays can bring their own unique challenges for some people in recovery. Unresolved family issues, social isolation, or finding yourself in situations where It is easy to find drugs and alcohol are present can be a recipe for disaster. It is important to…
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Men and women both drink alcohol. However, due to differences in biology and how men’s and women’s bodies differ, the effects of alcohol and men’s health are different from that of women. While women tend to experience the effects of alcohol faster and have increased health risks, men should be equally concerned about their drinking…
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While both women and men consume alcohol, differences in biology affect how women digest and process alcohol. Due to chemical differences between the sexes, women’s bodies take longer to process it. As a result, women tend to experience the effects of alcohol much faster. Understanding the impact of alcohol consumption and women’s health can help…
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