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Treating Addiction as a Chronic Disease

A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that treating addiction with chronic care management may not be as effective as once thought. Researchers followed…
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Recognizing Prescription Drug Abuse

Most people acquire prescription drugs legally from their doctor for legitimate reasons, take them as prescribed, and stop taking them when no longer needed. However, many people begin to misuse…
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Effects of Cocaine Abuse

Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant that works by tapping into the brain’s reward system, triggering dopamine release. Cocaine is often cut with other substances like cornstarch or fentanyl, so…
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What is Post-Acute Withdrawal?

For many who struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), the desire to quit is often overshadowed by the fear of withdrawal symptoms. Attempts to detox at home frequently fail because…
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Do I Need Outpatient Rehab?

Millions of people suffer from substance use disorder (SUD). Many think of substance abuse and addiction as the same, but they are different and usually call for different treatment approaches.…
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Benefits of Non-12-Step Treatment

Taking the first step toward getting treatment for drug or alcohol addiction can feel scary and overwhelming, with many treatment options available. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step programs are…
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Common Fentanyl Side Effects

As the opioid epidemic continues to ravage our nation, the number of overdoses and deaths related to fentanyl has reached record-breaking levels. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC),…
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How Cocaine Impacts Mental Health

Cocaine is a highly addictive drug made from the leaves of the coca plant. In powder form, it is usually snorted but can also be liquified to be injected. Crack…
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