The Harmful and Deadly Effects of Cocaine

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Cocaine increases the level of dopamine in the brain. Cocaine can be smoked, injected, or inhaled and the effects are felt immediately. The brain rapidly releases dopamine, and produces the euphoric feelings. Cocaine is very addictive, harmful, and can be…

Staying Connected After Treatment

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Addiction changes us internally and externally. It interferes with many aspects of our lives. When we are addicted, we are held hostage to using drugs and alcohol. Addiction makes us feel isolated, lonely, scared, and helpless. When you enter treatment,…

Family Healing After Addiction

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Addiction is a family disease and affects the lives of those who struggle with it and the lives of loved ones. Treatment prepares your loved one for a new, sober lifestyle in recovery. Healing from addiction takes time and a…

Ending the Stigma of Men Getting Help for Mental Health and Addiction

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“We can all help prevent suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).” Mental…

Things you Should Bring to Treatment

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Packing for your stay in treatment can be overwhelming. Knowing what you should bring to treatment beforehand will be less stressful. There are some things you should bring to treatment and others that are not permitted. When packing for your…

Intervention: Encouraging Your Loved One to Get Treatment

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If your loved one is struggling with addiction or an addictive behavior, he or she might not realize they have a problem. Addiction is complicated and changes the way the brain functions. The stigma surrounding addiction can make your loved…

Changes to Expect in Early Recovery

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Early recovery from addiction can be very challenging. Addiction affects all aspects of a person’s life. The brain changes physically and physiologically, and becomes dependent on drugs and alcohol to function. Addiction puts an enormous emotional strain on relationships with…

Health Complications Associated with Alcohol Abuse

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Alcohol imposes serious health complications to your body physically, physiologically, and mentally. Alcohol makes an impact on major organs in the human body including the nervous system. Alcohol abuse can lead to liver damage, kidney failure, lung infections, and puts…

Keeping a Journal in Addiction Recovery

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Addiction is complex and wreaks havoc on a person’s mental, physical, and spiritual health. Addiction changes the way the brain works and makes the brain dependent on drugs or alcohol to function. People often abuse drugs and alcohol to cope…

What Happens to the Body When it’s Addicted

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The human body has organs that function together to keep a person alive. These organs need to stay healthy and are essential to survival. Addiction can lead to heart complications, liver failure, kidney disease, and changes brain chemistry. The brain…