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Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment?

Marijuana contains numerous compounds, including THC. If you’ve ever found yourself having to smoke more in order to experience the same high you used to be able to get with a smaller amount of marijuana, you might be concerned that you’re addicted to the substance. In order to address the cravings for more marijuana, you …

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Statistics on Teen Substance Abuse

Addiction is a chronic and progressive disease that doesn’t discriminate. Anyone, regardless of age, race, background, or gender, can develop a substance abuse disorder. While certain factors can increase your risk of developing an addiction, such as having a close family member with a substance abuse disorder, there is no known reason why only some …

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Want to Stay Sober? 13 Tips Going into Your Rehab Experience

If you really want to quit your addiction and stay sober, your best bet is to enroll in a professional addiction treatment program at a certified facility. Addiction treatment won’t guarantee that you will never suffer a relapse. However, it offers the greatest likelihood of success if you stick with the program. Still, addiction treatment …

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Different Recovery Programs Work for Different People

Recovering from addiction usually requires treatment because it takes time for your brain and body to fully heal. Since different recovery programs work for different people, it’s important to connect with a treatment center that aligns with your personal needs and goals. With 1 out of every 7 Americans eventually developing a substance abuse disorder …

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Mental Disorders from Drug Abuse

Legal, illicit, and prescription drugs all carry the potential for abuse. What makes addiction so difficult to prevent and treat is that it’s a progressive and incurable condition. The reason treatment is almost always necessary to recover is because symptoms like cravings and triggers occur long after your last use. Another potential hazard of addiction …

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Recognizing the Subtle Signs of Depression

The wide variety of symptoms associated with depression often makes it difficult to identify. Unfortunately, it is critical to notice the subtle signs of depression in your loved one. Then, you can help the person get treatment as soon as possible. To learn about your loved one’s treatment options, contact Promises Behavioral Health. Why Is …

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Allowing Children to Drink Can Lead to Binge Drinking

Childhood drinking and binge drinking are integrally linked according to recent research. Unfortunately, this link may lead to more teens and young adults needing treatment for an alcohol addiction. To learn more about this link, contact Promises Behavioral Health today. Legal drinking ages are as varied as the states and countries that impose them. In …

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Gender Differences Play a Role in Addiction

When it comes to addiction, men and women handle it differently. Their bodies deal with drugs or alcohol in different ways, and it changes the chemical makeup of their brains separately. As a result, they need unique treatment options as well. At Promises Behavioral Health, we understand how men and women deal with addiction and …

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