Alcohol is one of the most commonly used and abused substances. This is mainly due to the fact that it’s legal and easily accessible. As a result, many people think that it takes much more than it does to develop an alcohol addiction. In fact, there are many myths about alcohol in general. So that…
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Many people that suffer from addiction get down on themselves and feel extremely guilty. The depressed feelings and extreme guilt that many addicts feel often don’t go away for a long time. Thus, many people enter rehab with these feelings. That’s why it’s so important for close family and friends of people that are attending…
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Because alcohol is legal and so easily accessible, many people forget that it’s technically a drug and is thus addictive. In fact, there are many negative effects of alcohol abuse. For example, consuming too much alcohol can have negative effects on the appearance of a person’s skin. This, in turn, makes consuming alcohol and aging…
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Anyone, regardless of socio-economic status, is capable of developing a substance addiction. This is partly due to the fact that there are many different risk factors for addiction. While some may say that risk factors for addiction are genetic, others may claim that they are all environmental. Is Addiction Genetic or Environmental? The answer is…
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Many people associate hallucinogenic drugs with Woodstock or the “hippie” culture. The all-natural hallucinogens tend to get attention for such events and cultural movements specifically. Still, there are other forms of hallucinogens. Regardless of the type, the effects of hallucinogens on the brain can be severe. Also, regardless of the type, all hallucinogens tend to…
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The work of overcoming a substance addiction doesn’t end once rehab is over. That’s because addiction is a lifelong illness that individuals must actively work on while in recovery. One way to maintain sobriety in addiction recovery is to always be honest. That’s because honesty in recovery is the foundation upon which all other aspects…
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Often, addiction affects the loved ones of addicts as much as it impacts the addicts themselves. This is definitely the case when it comes to the significant other of an addict. Many people who are the significant others of individuals who suffer from addiction wonder to themselves if they should end their relationships. In many…
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Anxiety is one of the most prominent mental health disorders in the U.S. It’s usually thought of as an “adult” problem; it isn’t uncommon for adults to be anxious about work and relationships. However, anxiety in young adults is a very real thing. Studies show that 1 in 3 adolescents aged 13 to 18 will…
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Kidney stones are known for the intense pain they can cause. Kidney stones develop when there’s too much waste material and not enough liquid. Together, these two end up forming crystals (which are known as “stones” in this case). While there are many causes of kidney stones, drugs like alcohol can contribute directly to the…
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Abusing alcohol is dangerous for anyone. Consuming alcohol at a higher rate than your body can metabolize it often leads to serious health complications. This is especially true for women drinking during pregnancy who should not only be concerned for themselves, but who can cause serious harm to their unborn child. Women in general are…
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