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Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment?

Marijuana is usually smoked or vaporized, with effects occurring within 10-15 minutes of inhalation. In small amounts, marijuana causes mild intoxication and feelings of relaxation. THC is the main chemical in marijuana that causes intoxication. Using and abusing marijuana can lead to dependency, which can cause you to wonder do I need THC addiction treatment? …

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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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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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Use Science to Talk to Your Teens about Drinking

If you’re a parent, you should assume that your child will be tempted to drink on prom night and other celebrations that mark the end of the school year. In a 2005 survey of high school students, about 43 percent had consumed alcohol in the past 30 days, and 75 percent had tried alcohol at …

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Personality Plays into Likelihood for Alcohol Dependence

You may have heard the term “addictive personality” before. You’ve wondered how personality and alcohol dependence are related. However, there has never been a clear answer. At Promises Behavioral Health, we want to ensure that you understand how these two concepts interact in your life. However, we also want to make it clear that there …

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