Smoking and drinking have long been preached against within the walls of the local school’s heath class. Researchers now suggest lessons combine binge drinking and smoking into a single lesson regarding health as they tend to go hand in hand with today’s adolescents. Science Daily published a release examining the findings from Temple researchers. This […]
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Opioid epidemic statistics remain essential forms of data that various public health agencies collect to address the growing opioid abuse problem. Opioid use reflected in U.S. statistics show us how the issue of opioid abuse has grown. Understanding opioid epidemic statistics helps pave the way toward finding solutions to a problem that has cost countless
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It’s not just substances that can be addictive: there are also common addictive behaviors. 12-step support programs can be used for both behaviors and substances, but it’s important for you to identify your addictive behavior first. Then, you’ll want to know more about a behavioral addiction therapy program. Here are some common examples of these
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Sometimes you will hear someone use the words “dependence” and “addiction” interchangeably. Is it possible to be physically dependent on drugs or alcohol and not be addicted? Yes, it is. Some drugs, particularly opioids, cause physical dependency in a short period of time, requiring a professional opioid addiction treatment to recover successfully. According to the
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Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic opiate drug that is prescribed primarily for treating pain. It is most commonly prescribed in the form of OxyContin, a name-brand drug that releases oxycodone in time-release tablet form. Other drugs that contain a relatively small amount of oxycodone include Percocet, Percodan and Tylox. It’s highly addictive. Therefore, you need to
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If you’re spending time searching online for terms like, “My brother has a drinking problem,” you’re not alone. Many people look for help for their loved ones who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse issues. However, there are ways to get help that can really change lives. At Promises Behavioral Health, we understand that
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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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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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Why do some people get addicted to cocaine? It is a highly stimulating drug that achieves its effects by altering the normal brain levels of an important chemical called dopamine. Because of how it works on the brain and the rest of the central nervous system (CNS), the drug presents a severe risk for the
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Meth addiction often leads to disturbing symptoms that can make families feel helpless and put people affected by addiction at serious risk for health and legal problems. Families often describe noticeable changes in their loved ones as a cause for great concern. The behaviors of someone with a meth addiction can be alarming. It is
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