Addiction can be a tough battle, and often we find ourselves telling little lies that keep us stuck in the cycle of denial. These false beliefs can prevent us from seeking help and moving forward. In this article, we will explore seven common lies we tell ourselves about addiction and how they trap us in […]
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Effective Strategies to Prevent Relapse and Maintain Addiction Recovery Preventing relapse is a critical aspect of the recovery process from substance addiction. It involves a combination of strategies aimed at addressing the emotional, mental, and physical aspects of relapse. By prioritizing these strategies, individuals can build the necessary skills and support systems to stay
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Embarking on the journey of addiction recovery can be a daunting task, but you do not have to face it alone. Creating a strong support network is instrumental in your path to lasting healing and well-being. Recognizing that the journey of recovery is unique for each person, it is essential to build bridges of support,
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Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of Addiction in Men: A Comprehensive Guide Addiction is a complex and pervasive issue that affects individuals and their loved ones in profound ways. Recognizing the early warning signs of addiction in men can be crucial for timely intervention and effective treatment. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light on
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Heroin is a potent and highly addictive drug. Period. Full stop. If a loved one is hooked on heroin, there’s a good chance that outpatient simply may not be enough to overcome the pull of the drug. Every situation is unique but heroin falls into that infamous class of drugs known as opioids that have
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Making the conscious decision to get clean and actively working towards kicking benzos is already a huge mental hurdle to clear and deserves applause. It’s the first in a series of hurdles with the next big one being detox. The entire process of recovery is a lot of work, no bones about it, but the
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It goes without saying that men and women experience the world differently in so many ways. For starters, there’s of course the biological component but on the socialization side, the differences start from childhood with everything from toys to activities and stretch through to adulthood where those differences tend to become further cemented. That includes
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To some extent, everyone knows the basic effects of long-term alcoholism on men. Things like alcoholic liver disease are well documented for example and happen more in men than women. Also, as the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) lays out, it’s known that men have disproportionate issues with alcohol. Notably, higher prevalence
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For starters, is there a difference between drug use between men and women? In a word; yes. As the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) states rather bluntly; “men are more likely than women to use almost all types of illicit drugs, and illicit drug use is more likely to result in emergency department visits
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