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Why Addiction & Mental Illness Often Go Hand-In-Hand

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In honor of Mental Illness Awareness Week – October 5th – 11th In 2021, nearly 19.4 million people age 12 and older had both a substance use disorder (SUD) and…

How Drugs Rewire Your Brain

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Illicit Drugs Warp the Brain’s Reward System A substance use disorder (SUD) changes more than someone’s behavior, it also changes their biology. Illicit substances like heroin, cocaine, and opioids…

Physical Effects of Drug Addiction

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Drug addiction takes a heavy toll on both the mind and body, leading to a range of severe and often irreversible health issues. While the emotional impact is often discussed,…

Signs of Drug Use in a Friend

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It can be painful and challenging to suspect that a friend may be struggling with drug use. Recognizing the signs of drug use in a friend can be the first…

Fact vs. Fiction: 8 Misconceptions About Addiction Exposed

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While vast strides have been made in the awareness of and support around mental health, addiction continues to be a misunderstood subject with many misconceptions. These 8 misconceptions help contribute…

Tips on Dealing with Drug Cravings

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Dealing with drug cravings can be one of the most challenging aspects of drug addiction treatment. It is a constant battle that can be triggered by any number of things,…

What Are the Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction?

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People across the country are prescribed medications every day. Some medications are life-saving, while others may increase the quality of life and reduce unwanted symptoms. Doctors prescribe medications like benzos,…

What is Tranq & Why Is It So Deadly?

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The animal sedative Xylazine is being mixed in with street drugs and having a dangerous impact in communities across the nation. Known more commonly as Tranq, or Tranq Dope, it…

What Is Drug Tolerance? Is It The Same As Dependence?

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Neither drug tolerance nor dependence should be taken lightly, as both could potentially lead to a substance use disorder that requires professional treatment. If you or a loved one is…

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Why Addiction & Mental Illness Often Go Hand-In-Hand

How Drugs Rewire Your Brain

Physical Effects of Drug Addiction

Signs of Drug Use in a Friend

Fact vs. Fiction: 8 Misconceptions About Addiction Exposed

Tips on Dealing with Drug Cravings

What Are the Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction?

What is Tranq & Why Is It So Deadly?

What Is Drug Tolerance? Is It The Same As Dependence?

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