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What is Detox Like?

The addiction struggle is often complicated. While someone caught in the grip of addiction may desperately want to kick the habit, she or he may also be in denial about…

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Standard Alcoholism Treatment

Because alcohol is a legal drug and it seems to be everywhere you look, alcohol addiction is one of the more difficult addictions to pinpoint and treat. Often, drinkers are…

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How Does Detox Work? [Infographic]

How Does Detox Work? This is a common question for patients preparing for recovery. Detox is when the body relieves itself of the toxins from the substance of choice. Withdrawal…

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I’m Worried About My Son’s Drug Abuse

Being a parent is never an easy task. When a daughter or son has an addiction, it can be difficult trying to help them. There is no easy way to…

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How Will I Know When to Detox?

According to a Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Annual Report released in 2016, over 2 thousand deaths occurred in Florida due to overdose the previous year. Now more than ever, individuals…

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Explanation of Detox Protocol During Rehab

Abusing any form of an addictive substance is extremely difficult on your life and the lives of the people around you. Addiction negatively affects all areas of your existence. The…

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How Codeine Side Effects Can Hurt You

Like those of other opioids, codeine side effects are harmful. These symptoms of using or abusing the painkiller can cause lasting damage. So what are these side effects and how…

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Who Needs Addiction Rehab?

You realize that your substance abuse habits have gotten worse but are they bad enough to warrant attending addiction rehab? Isn’t rehab only for people with really bad addiction issues?…