It can feel scary when you’re facing a drug or alcohol addiction. It’s common for people to abuse drugs or alcohol for years without realizing how much their substance use is affecting them. But making the choice to change your life for the better is a strong one. You have courage because you’re taking the…
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Every person is different, and so is their road into addiction — and out of it. That’s one reason a one-size-fits-all approach to addiction treatment simply doesn’t work well for everyone. Yes, every person entering a rehab program wants to break the cycle of addiction and prepare themselves to live a sober and more positive…
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Treating drug addiction is a skill that takes training, practice, and patience. If you’ve ever wondered what an addiction specialist does, you’re not alone. With so many different titles around, it can be challenging. It’s a good time to clear up any confusion so you know what you’re getting into and who you’ll be dealing…
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If you’re starting out in alcohol addiction recovery, you might be wondering ‘why do I need alcohol abuse counseling?’ You may wonder if it’s something you can overcome on your own. Embarking on an alcohol recovery journey without help might yield positive results in the short-term. But if you want a long-term recovery that lasts,…
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Staying in is usually a privilege, but with the new measures of self-quarantine imposed by the US government to help stop the spread of COVID-19, it’s become the norm. No work, no school, and no unnecessary travel makes for a lot of together time with the family. And while that’s not generally a bad thing,…
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There are a lot of ways to protect yourself from viruses, bacteria, and other types of infection. With the current COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic spreading around the globe, it’s more important than ever to focus on increasing that level of protection. Among the options for doing that is breaking free of addiction and living a life that’s…
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If you’re going to ask the question “What is THC?” it’s best to ask the man who discovered it. In 1964 Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, an Israeli organic chemist, isolated the active compound tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, from the Cannabis sativa plant. Now a professor of Medicinal Chemistry at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mechoulam has been…
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What is experiential therapy? It is an effective treatment for both mental disorders and addiction. It involves a range of tools and activities that help you grow beyond your past experiences. Our experiential therapy program gives you insight into the connection between your past and your addiction. It integrates different types of treatments into a…
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Addiction is a chronic disease that develops over time. In fact, the development can be so slow, that many people including the addict, may not realize they are going through the stages of addiction. One of the reasons for this is that people often grow accustomed to addiction or choose to ignore the symptoms. There…
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When you have complete rehab, you are on your way to a successful long-term recovery. While this can be an exciting time in your life, it can also be challenging and scary. After all, you are now re-entering your life in a whole new way. Therefore, you may not know how to stay sober after…
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