Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA, has been around for nearly a century and is still one of the most important ways to help people suffering from alcohol addiction. But how does AA help with alcohol abuse? That’s a question that we …
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Finding the right type of help when facing addiction isn’t always straightforward. There are many programs available and numerous styles of treatment out there. How do you know what’s best for you? What is an addiction specialist able to offer …
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“Remember that just because you hit bottom doesn’t mean you have to stay there.” ~ Robert Downey Jr.
“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of human freedoms — to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” — Viktor Frankl, MD, PhD, author of Man’s Search …
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Teens and steroids are a dangerous combination. There are many reasons why teens may be tempted to use steroids, including peer pressure, the desire for greater athletic performance or physical appearance, and a lack of knowledge about the risks associated …
Even though alcohol is widely used and socially acceptable, it acts as a toxin inside the human body. When it comes to the effects of alcohol and the liver, the consequences can be pretty damaging, resulting in various short-term and …
The holidays can be one of the best times of the year. However, it’s also one of the most stressful times. Between dealing with crowds, family drama, and the pressure to have the perfect holiday, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. …
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Benzodiazepines are a category of psychiatric medications that work on specific neurotransmitters in the brain to produce a calming effect. They are used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, seizures, and sleep disorders. When taken as prescribed and to treat …
Having a child with an addiction is one of the most painful situations any parent can face. Most mothers and fathers are at a loss for how to deal with a drug-addicted son or how to deal with a drug-addicted …
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Prescription opioid abuse has reached an all-time high. New mothers are joining the ranks of people developing addiction accidentally addicts, as most are prescribed too many opioids for C-section pain. Birth by Cesarean section (C-section) has been rising steadily for …