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Alcohol and Ibuprofen Can be a Dangerous Mix

For many people, drinking in moderation and using over-the-counter pain medication is just a normal part of life. When done responsibly, there isn’t necessarily an issue with either one of these behaviors. But the problem comes in when alcohol and ibuprofen are used in larger quantities and used together. At that point, they can start …

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What Are the Signs of Amphetamine Addiction?

Understanding the signs of amphetamine addiction is essential because you need to know when it’s time to ask for help. Whether that help is for you or a loved one, it’s vital to get support and treatment. Then you can feel good about the recovery you’re making, and get back to a life that makes …

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Information About Stimulant Withdrawal: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been taking stimulants and are trying to stop, it’s a good idea to have information about stimulant withdrawal. Addiction to these substances can form fairly easily, and you don’t want to get caught in a cycle of addiction in your life. You can work to avoid that, by talking to professionals who care …

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Can You Break the Cycle of Addiction?

For many people, the cycle of addiction starts with their families. They may have parents, siblings, or other people close to them who abuse substances. Because of that, they may have learned these habits and behaviors from a young age. When that’s coupled with easy access to substances such as alcohol and drugs, addiction can …

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Addiction and the Brain: What You Need to Know

One of the main problems with drugs and alcohol is that they affect the way the brain works. They can cause serious and significant problems for anyone who uses or abuses them, especially over the long term. It’s important to understand addiction and the brain, so you can get a better idea of how drug …

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Is Alcohol a Drug?

People often refer to drugs and alcohol, which makes it sound as though alcohol is in a separate category. But some people wonder, is alcohol a drug? The short answer is yes. It affects the body in a number of ways, and can be very detrimental if it’s misused or abused. Fortunately, at Promises Behavioral Health we can …

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Dangerous Prescription Medication: Are You Putting Yourself at Risk?

If you’re trying to figure out if the medication you’re taking is dangerous, doing some research is a good idea. There are dangerous prescription medication options out there, especially if you’re taking something that wasn’t prescribed for you or you’re taking a dosage that’s more than your doctor recommended. However, you don’t have to live …

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Teen Drinking Linked to Behavioral Problems

Teens who drink heavily are more likely than their peers to have behavioral and attention problems and suffer from anxiety and depression, new research finds. Science Daily reports that a team led by researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology based their research on a study of nearly 9,000 Norwegian teenagers aged 13-19 …

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