Addiction

What Should I Look for in a Residential Treatment Center?

According to statistics compiled by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), there were more than 22,000 drug-related deaths among American adults in 1999. That same year, nearly 7 million adults received substance abuse treatment at some point during their stay at a treatment center. The Centers for Disease Control reports that about 5

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How Do You Balance Nutrition in recovery?

Prioritizing nutrition is a key part of the recovery process. As your brain and body fight to heal themselves, they’ll need good nutritional support. However, it’s also important to note that many recovering addicts start sublimating with food. When they can no longer turn to drugs or alcohol for comfort, eating rich, sweet, salty, or

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Are There Non-Narcotic Alternatives for Pain Treatment?

More than two million Americans are dependent on prescription opiates for pain relief, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Some of these drugs are commonly prescribed medications such as morphine, oxycodone (Percocet), codeine, and hydrocodone (Vicodin). Drugs like these are used to treat pain, but they can also be addictive. Opioids act by

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