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How Long Is the Meth Withdrawal Timeline?

Methamphetamine (meth) is a potent stimulant, and going through the meth withdrawal timeline can be difficult. The safest, most effective way to overcome meth use is with the help of a meth detox center. Going through meth withdrawal without medical support often culminates in relapse. Medical oversight also helps reduce the risk of severe health …

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Inpatient vs. Outpatient Addiction Treatment

If you’re struggling with alcoholism, addiction, or a substance abuse disorder, you’re far from alone. A remarkable 23 million Americans meet the criteria for a substance use disorder annually, making addiction a common problem. Addiction is a cunning and baffling disease because it doesn’t discriminate, meaning anyone who uses a psychoactive substance can ultimately develop …

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Benefits of Medical Detox

Detoxification is the first step on the road to recovery. Right now, you wake up to withdrawal symptoms. After a week of detox, you wake up without them. What are the benefits of a medical drug detox center as opposed to self-detox? Why Self-Detox Fails so Frequently You’re thinking of white-knuckling it. Already, you’ve tossed …

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Is Outpatient Addiction Treatment Right For Me?

You know you need addiction treatment. You also aren’t sure you need inpatient rehab. Could outpatient addiction treatment be an option? Outpatient rehab could be right for you if you don’t need 24-hour care, as stated by the scientific journal Psychiatric Services. So what do outpatient programs look like, and what are some of the …

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How Do Outpatient Rehab Programs Work?

Are you wondering how outpatient rehab programs, such as partial hospitalization programs, work? Outpatient treatment allows clients to live at home, continue to work or attend school and fulfill other personal obligations. Recovering individuals attend group and individual therapy sessions each week. They meet regularly with a psychiatrist for medications to manage withdrawal, cravings and …

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How Much Alcohol Is Too Much? – Symptoms of Alcoholism

Most adult Americans consume alcohol occasionally, so it’s pretty normal. That’s why people have so many questions about how much alcohol is too much. Many Americans drank a lot at some point, usually in college. And most moved on to have productive lives with careers and families. So how do you know if someone is …

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What is Lean Drink?

What is lean drink but the house party drug of choice? It mixes promethazine and codeine-containing cough syrup with a carbonated soda. Most importantly, it’s an addictive substance with a high overdose risk and potential addiction. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from the knowledgeable team at Promises Behavioral Health about what lean is and …

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How Long Does It Take to Recover from Alcoholism?

How long does it take to recover from alcoholism? Alcohol abuse affects the brain, the body, and the mind, causing changes that impact behavior and the physical and emotional well-being of its victims. For these reasons, recovering from alcohol addiction is an immense challenge for anyone. If you or someone you love struggles with alcoholism, …

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The Dangers of an Alcoholic Mother

When you hear the words “alcoholic mother,” you already have an upsetting and confusing mental image. Mothers should be nurturing, caring individuals, not falling-down drunks. How can the two possibly go together? The sad reality is that alcoholism knows no gender boundaries. A woman can, therefore, be an alcoholic and a mother simultaneously. There are …

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Xanax and Alcohol

What are the dangers of mixing Xanax and alcohol? Combining these two substances can have severe and potentially fatal consequences. If you or someone you know makes it a habit to mix substances—specifically Xanax and alcohol—you may want to consider enrollment in an alcohol rehab program. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from Promises Behavioral …

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