Category: addiction treatment

The 6 Most Serious Effects of Drug Addiction on Family Members

In their lifetimes, more than 21 million Americans ages 12 and older have had a substance abuse problem, which includes alcohol and drug addiction. Addiction is a disease that affects not only an individual’s physiological well-being but their psychological and emotional states as well. Much has been written about the negative impacts of addiction on [...]
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Can You Have a Cell Phone in Rehab?

In the digital age, it’s difficult to be without the one thing that connects billions of people at any given moment. It can be maddening to not be connected at the touch of a finger; this is true whether it’s a fear of missing out or concern for one’s family and loved ones. So are cell phones allowed in rehab programs? If not, why is that? Isn’t it harmless?

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Holistic Approach to Anxiety and Depression Treatment

It is common for anxiety and depression to co-occur or happen at the same time. In fact, almost 45 percent of people with one mental health disorder also struggle with another mental health disorder. Studies have shown half of those struggling with anxiety or depression also struggle with both. But, a holistic approach to anxiety […]

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Trazodone vs. Ambien: How are They Similar and How are They Different?

Disclaimer: The content in this blog is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare provider. It is not meant for the diagnosis or treatment of any illness or medical condition. In non-emergency situations, Discovery Institute is available to guide recovery, well-being, and assistance. Trazodone and [...]
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COVID-19: Recovering From Addiction In the Middle of a Pandemic

Truth be told, the current coronavirus pandemic is striking fear and concern in countless hearts. Its global impact is a force to be reckoned with and many individuals are unsure about what they should do during this time. The COVID-19 virus has certainly brought much unrest to homes, causing schools to close their doors and leaving […]

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What You Need to Know About Codependency and Addiction

Addiction affects millions of people and it is one of the most harrowing and difficult things a person can experience in their life.  Substance dependence is often made all the worse by codependence. When codependency and addiction come together, this causes the person suffering from addiction to keep doing their drug of choice.  However, there […]

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Families Disclose The Effects of a Loved One’s Addiction In Book

No one is an island. When an addict makes the difficult but necessary decision to enter addiction treatment in New Jersey, it’s often after they’ve done damage to not only themselves physically and psychologically, but also emotionally to people close to them. Nowhere is this more evident than with a substance use disorder sufferer’s family. […]

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