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How to Stop Addiction

A substance abuse problem can start at any age. From teens experimenting with drugs and alcohol in school to seniors misusing prescription drugs, addiction is a chronic disease. That said, anyone can also learn how to stop addiction symptoms with the right addiction treatment.Addiction, like any other chronic disease, needs to be maintained with treatment…

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Many Are Willing to Lend a Hand to Help with Addiction

Addiction can be a lonely experience. But you’re not the only person who suffers. Addiction to alcohol or drugs often affects the whole family. Your substance abuse problems likely led to negative behaviors such as lying, missing important family moments and possibly even stealing from those you love. However, you may be surprised to find…

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Five Ways of Preventing Relapse After Drug Rehab

Preventing Relapse After Drug Rehab1. Temptation is not for youSay this out loud: I HAVE NOTHING TO PROVE. Did you say it? Good. If a situation is tempting for you, don’t put yourself in that position. You have nothing to prove. You successfully completed drug rehab, you’re doing your best to stay sober, and if…

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What are the Benefits of a Holistic Rehab?

Although effective, strictly traditional methods for dealing with drug addiction don’t work for everyone. Sometimes, a more innovative and personal approach is needed to accomplish what traditional rehab couldn’t. That’s where holistic rehab comes into the picture. Holistic rehab benefits everyone during Florida drug and alcohol addiction treatment by teaching healthy means of expression.Benefits of…

Nine Things To Look For In A Recovery Facility

Nine Things To Look For In A Recovery Facility

Choosing The Right Recovery FacilityLooking for a recovery facility? Not sure what to look for? Here are the top 9 things to pay attention to when choosing the right recovery facility for you!1.) Insurance AcceptedIt’s important to make sure the rehab facility you’re looking at is covered by your insurance policy to maximize benefits. At…

How to Get Through the First 90 Days of Addiction Recovery.

How to Get Through the First 90 Days of Addiction Recovery

After rehab, the first three months that you spend in recovery are the most crucial. The reason why is that the risk of relapse is the highest during this period. Although you’ve just learned about relapse prevention and coping skills, practicing them in the real world is a challenge. Luckily, there are several things you…

falling off the wagon

What to Do After Falling Off the Wagon

You worked so hard to overcome a drug or alcohol habit. Then, something happened and you fell back into old habits. However, did you know that falling off the wagon is a valuable learning experience? Here’s how you can profit from it.What Falling off the Wagon Tells YouThere are stresses and triggers that you didn’t…

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How Can Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention Help After Treatment?

Even after completing drug or alcohol addiction treatment, relapse can be a concern for many individuals. That’s why relapse prevention should always be a focus during rehab and beyond. While there are many ways to minimize the risk of relapse, mindfulness-based relapse prevention is especially effective. Explore the value of mindfulness during recovery and in…

preventing addiction

How We Should Be Preventing Addiction

What would your present-day self tell your younger self? If you’re struggling with chemical dependency, you might warn yourself. But how early can preventing addiction begin? More importantly, what do you do when you’re already dealing with it in your life?Preventing Addiction Starts before the Preteen YearsGovernment officials track the ages of drug users they…