How are shame and addiction connected? Shame is a natural and normal human feeling, and it is typical to feel shame when you have an addiction. This doesn’t mean that it is helpful to feel this way. You feel shame as you struggle with addiction because society still views addiction as a moral failing. Whenever …
Any battle with addiction is difficult. Recovery periods will feel long and take their toll on the lives of the people involved. However, if you have had an exceptionally lengthy struggle with addiction and time spent in recovery, the havoc it wreaks on your life can be overwhelming. If you need help re-entering life after …
Commonly known as “coke,” “blow” and “snow,” cocaine is a drug made from the leaves of the coca plant. It can be used medically as a topical anesthetic, but it is most widely used recreationally as a stimulant. When used for recreational purposes, cocaine is typically sold in powdered form, which is snorted or burned …
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems in the U.S. Almost 30% of Americans struggle with it at some point in their lives. And if you have an anxiety disorder, research shows you’re two to three times more likely to struggle with substance abuse than the general population. It’s a combination that …
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are a class of prescription drugs that are used to treat conditions such as anxiety, seizures, and panic disorders. Unfortunately, benzos are also addictive. Benzo withdrawal is a necessary part of recovery, and knowing what to expect can help you take the first step. Here are some of the most …
Many people wonder if there is an alcoholism gene that automatically gets passed from generation to generation and determines whether people will drink in an unhealthy way. It’s true that certain genes do make some people more vulnerable to excessive alcohol use, but it’s also true that not everyone who is at risk for alcoholism …
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There’s a lot to be said about stress vs. anxiety as triggers for addiction. Both are significant drivers of substance abuse, but which is worse? It’s a tricky question, but most addiction treatment specialists and studies confirm that anxiety is typically the more potent catalyst for drug or alcohol problems. What’s the difference between stress …
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Heroin is a highly addictive substance. If it hooked you, you’re probably no longer using it for the high, which becomes increasingly elusive. Instead, you’re trying to keep symptoms of heroin withdrawal at bay. At Promises Behavioral Health, our heroin addiction treatment centers provide support during detox and beyond. Our team of compassionate clinicians will …
The 12-step program remains an active element of the recovery path for many people working through addiction. The program offers a sense of community and support that can be beneficial during and after drug rehab. If you are struggling with a substance use disorder, the drug rehab programs at Promises can help. Our experienced staff …
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Government surveys report that over 2 million Americans require drug recovery treatment. Sadly, those same surveys confirm that less than three percent of those who need it will never set foot inside a rehab facility. One might have sympathized with a person who faced hospitalization for drug rehab treatment in the past. Hospitals can feel intimidating …