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August 2017

WHY DIY DETOX OFTEN FAILS WITHOUT MEDICAL SUPPORT

Wednesday, August 30th, 2017

There is a common misconception, usually held by families and people close to addicts, that alcohol or drug detox can be handled on their own. It is often the expense and complexity of seeking professional addiction treatment that forces people to consider other options which, unfortunately, rarely work. Addicts can also feel capable of conducting […]

KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ABSTINENCE AND RECOVERY

Tuesday, August 29th, 2017

It is now widely acknowledged that addiction is a chronic disease that ruins lives as well as health. The effects of addiction filter through entire social groups, which is how it permeates our society and continues to exist. For those in the grip of addiction it can be an incredibly lonely place to dwell, although […]

OPIOID PRESCRIPTIONS DECLINE BUT LEVELS STILL TOO HIGH ACCORDING TO CDC

Friday, August 25th, 2017

New research published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that the amount of opioid prescriptions written in America between 2010 and 2015 fell by 18%. Despite the success in reducing the number of Americans receiving opioid-based prescription drugs, the level still remains three times higher than it was back in 1999. […]

WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR SCHOOLING KIDS WITH ADDICTION?

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017

Addiction is not just a condition suffered by adults alone. There are rising numbers of adolescents and young adults struggling with issues caused by drug or substance abuse in America today. Young addicts have a unique set of challenges to face when receiving treatment for addiction, particularly the question of where and how to continue […]

AN ATHLETE’S UNCONVENTIONAL PROGRAM COULD HELP DRUG ADDICTS HEAL

Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017

Activists and lawmakers alike are constantly investigating new ways to deal with the rising problem of substance addiction in America. In recent months, a high-profile endurance athlete Ryan Burke has revealed an entirely new approach to addiction therapy called ‘Mind Strength.’ The high-ranking international athlete has developed an unconventional approach to addiction treatment based on […]

CAN ANIMAL-ASSISTED THERAPY HELP ADDICTS?

Monday, August 21st, 2017

It’s hard not to love animals, and many people experience a calming effect when petting a cat, dog or other furry friend. Human beings are by nature a pack animal, which is why co-existing with animals comes naturally to us. This is the reason there are so many benefits to caring for and spending time […]

NEW NASAL SPRAY CAN HELP PREVENT OPIOID OVERDOSES

Wednesday, August 16th, 2017

A new nasal spray that prevents opioid overdose was trialed at the beginning of the year and is successfully being implemented in other states where opioid abuse is an issue. The Narcan nasal spray is being made available to police departments, drug users and relatives of addicts across the US as a way of preventing […]

3 BARRIERS TO TREATING OPIOID ADDICTION

Wednesday, August 16th, 2017

Dealing with nonmedical prescription drug addiction can be a minefield because of the barriers that exist both in society and the healthcare system preventing easy access to necessary treatment. These barriers are significant enough to deter many addicts from seeking the treatment they need. Here we take a look at the barriers many addicts believe […]

JAMIE LEE CURTIS SPEAKS OUT ABOUT OPIOID ADDICTION

Wednesday, August 16th, 2017

In a recent TV interview, well-known former opioid addict Jamie Lee Curtis spoke of her battle with addictionand how she found sobriety more than 18 years ago. Curtis reflected on the untimely deaths of Prince and Michael Jackson, reiterating her opinion that addiction is non-discriminatory and that there are still many misconceptions held in our […]

THE EFFECTS OF SLEEP DURING ADDICTION TREATMENT

Wednesday, August 16th, 2017

During drug and alcohol rehabilitation, it is not unusual for your sleep patterns to change. This is mainly because most addicts have a long history of using specifically to give them a good night’s sleep and unless this is controlled within a treatment program, constantly battling an inability to sleep can hamper your progress. Here […]

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