Like the song says, breaking up is hard to do. A breakup can be even harder when you’re leaving a relationship because your partner can’t shake off the long shadow cast by past addiction. If you are dating an addict …
The first step to overcoming alcohol dependence or drug addiction is clear: reach out for help. This is not always easy, but it is essential. After all, addiction is a disease, and like any other chronic condition, it is better …
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Underage and young drinkers don’t yet know their limits. Young people can binge when they drink, often because they play dangerous drinking games that can lead to alcohol poisoning and even death. If you have a teen or a college …
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The decision to end an addiction is a life-changing one. The easier that process is, the sooner those in recovery will be able to move forward with the process of healing. However, drug detox can be a difficult and uncomfortable …
Many teens struggle with depression. They can feel hopeless, helpless, and alone. Exacerbated by stress at school, at home, and with friends, depression can be a very real and serious problem for adolescents. This mental health concern can impact every …
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Life after recovery from addiction can feel as if you’ve stepped into someone else’s world. Drug use is a habit that requires the individual to formulate his or her entire lifestyle based on acquiring, using, and recovering from drugs. Once …
Drug and alcohol use is commonplace, to the point that those who don’t drink are often interrogated as to the reasons why. This is despite the many risks associated with drug and alcohol use, both short-term and long-term. While activities …
Many teens and even some parents wrongly believe that medications which can be purchased without a prescription are practically harmless. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are safe when taken according to the package directions. However, even legal and readily accessible drugs and …
Parents of youths with drug addictions or alcohol addictions often wonder why their teenager seems to accept receiving treatment from a psychiatrist or therapist much more readily than accepting addiction treatment from professionals at a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center.
If you or a loved one is in need of drug and alcohol addiction treatment, the different levels of service can be overwhelming. Learning how to choose the right addiction treatment program can help you reach your goals in recovery. …
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