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How Cocaine Use Affects the Immune System

January 22nd, 2021|

Struggling with a cocaine addiction can prove particularly debilitating and damaging because of the dichotomy between the concept of cocaine use and the actual reality of using cocaine. To many, the cocaine is thought to encourage exciting social interactions in an almost party-like atmosphere. This [...]

Polydrug Use: What it is and Why it is Dangerous?

January 15th, 2021|

Polydrug use is when a person habitually uses more than one substance, often with the intent of enhancing or countering the effects of another drug. Additionally, someone struggling with addiction can find themselves dealing with polysubstance use simply because their preferred drug is unavailable – [...]

Common Questions about COVID-19 and Addiction Rehab

January 8th, 2021|

Navigating life during a global pandemic has been difficult for everyone. From mask wearing and social distancing to closed businesses and limited family gatherings, trying to navigate the ins-and-outs associated with COVID-19 has felt strange, to say the least. Add to that mix the struggles [...]

How Does Depression Work in the Brain?

January 1st, 2021|

Living with depression can feel like you’re adrift in the ocean with no life vest and no rescue boat in sight. Like powerful waves hitting your face and controlling your every move, depression can feel commanding, terrifying and without end. For those dealing with a [...]

Why High-Quality Amenities Matter in Addiction Treatment

December 31st, 2020|

The thought of entering a residential treatment facility can sometimes come with less than flattering connotations. After all, we have all seen movies or television shows that attempt to represent the environment inside an inpatient treatment facility – and they are rarely complimentary. From the [...]

A Look at Substance Abuse in Older Adults

December 22nd, 2020|

It’s common for people to think that substance abuse only impacts younger individuals and working professionals. However, the fact of the matter is older adults also struggle with addiction. From the pressures of getting older to the responsibilities typically associated with advanced age, seniors can [...]

Spiritual Wellness – What it is and Why it is Important

December 18th, 2020|

The National Wellness Institute defines wellness as “an active process through which people become aware of and make choices toward, a more successful existence.” Part of this process includes being in tune with your spiritual side. Generally, when you have a good level of spiritual [...]

The Connection Between Grief and Alcohol Use

November 24th, 2020|

Grief, in any form, can be a massive weight on your shoulders. After all, having to process and manage the loss of a friend or loved one is difficult to even put into words. Grief is unique for everyone and typically varies in the time [...]

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