FAQs About Addiction: The Answers May Surprise You
When you hear the word addiction, what is the first thought that comes to mind? Did you visualize a dirty, homeless person lying in the alleyway? Or, did you imagine a sleazy drug dealer selling deadly illicit substances on the …
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How Do You Know if It’s Time for Rehab?
If you’re wondering if it’s time for rehab, the first thing you need to do is ignore the myths or misconceptions you’ve heard. For instance, some people say you need to hit rock bottom before getting treatment, but they are …
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Medically-Assisted Detox vs. Medication-Assisted Treatment: What’s the Difference?
Before choosing an addiction treatment program, you need to know what type of detox is available. Two terms you will see during your search may cause some confusion. The terms are similar but are completely different processes: Medically-Assisted Detox and …
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The Importance of Alcohol Detox Programs in Addiction Treatment
Many of us have heard “never again” muttered by someone when they wake up one morning with a pounding headache and hangover after a night of drinking and partying. At that moment, the person means it and thinks he or …
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Why is Addiction Treatment Effective?
In today’s world, it’s not unusual to hear success stories about recovered addicts and their difficult journey to recovery. But, few people realize the full extent of what is involved in the entire process of going from addiction to recovery. …
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