Why is cocaine so addictive? In the United States, the rates of cocaine abuse and addiction are very high. Learning what makes cocaine addictive is essential to understanding why so many Americans are drawn to the drug and tackling the underlying issue of cocaine addiction. Ultimately, what makes cocaine addictive is the same reason many […]
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While all links are not necessarily causal relationships, the close association between two conditions often warrants attention. Such is the case regarding alcohol use and domestic violence, particularly among couples. Call 888.483.7451 to speak with someone from Promises about our couples counseling programs and alcoholism treatment programs across the United States. What Is the Link
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Sex addiction affects millions of people in the U.S. Those who struggle with this addiction have an obsessive need for sexual pleasure and gratification, causing them to become preoccupied with sex and neglect other important aspects of their lives. Engaging in compulsive sexual activity may lead to severe consequences for these individuals. Promises Behavioral Health
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MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy or molly, is a drug that acts as a stimulant and a psychedelic. The popularity of this drug stems partly from the feelings of euphoria, heightened energy, and emotional empathy it produces. However, the side effects of molly are not always pleasant. It can cause potentially severe complications, necessitating emergency
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Addiction is a mental health disease where men and women use drugs, alcohol, or an activity like gambling or sex to relieve compulsive behaviors disrupting their lives. There are many signs of gambling addiction that you can look for if you suspect a friend or loved one is addicted to gambling. A gambling addiction treatment
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Substance abuse disorders are common in the United States, impacting 19.3 million Americans annually. The stages of addiction can progress rapidly from your first use to physical dependence. Since addiction is a chronic mental health disease, symptoms gradually worsen over time. Occasional and recreational use can transition into abuse and physical dependence, sometimes in as
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Drugs, alcohol, and even behaviors can cause psychological dependence. Psychological dependence requires treatment because of the way your brain’s pleasure and reward center changes during addiction. It is very difficult to recover from psychological dependence without help. If you are struggling with a substance abuse disorder, addiction, or drinking problem, you are far from alone.
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Am I addicted to porn even though I’m a woman? Does a porn habit coincide with other addictive behaviors? Is there help for this condition? Your sex addiction questions – answered! Am I Addicted to Porn? The stereotype suggests that the typical abuser of pornography is the middle-aged male. However, that’s not the case. A
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Many people don’t consider caffeine a drug, but it is the most commonly used mood-altering drug in the world. While about 1.6 billion cups of coffee are consumed worldwide a day, tea, chocolate, cocoa beverages, soft drinks and energy drinks also contain varying amounts of caffeine. The stimulant effects of caffeine on the central nervous
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PCP is perhaps the most widely used term for phencyclidine, an illegal anesthetic known for its ability to produce extremely altered behavior and powerful hallucinations. The drug also has another famous street name: angel dust. Phencyclidine can produce serious harm in both short-term users and long-term users. Let’s take a look at the PCP effects
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