Overcoming drug addiction can sometimes feel like an impossible feat. Yet, finding a way to get sober is the only option that you have for living a long and fulfilling life. Having an addiction to drugs holds you back from having healthy relationships, building a successful career and maintaining your physical wellbeing. If asked, most […]
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Forgiving a person who has been addicted to drugs can be very hard. You may feel that they have taken advantage of you and the love that you had for them. They may have made promises to change but then broken those promises time and time again. It is not easy to trust someone who
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Many factors can contribute to a decision to go into a Rehab facility. There has been a recent trend in the media of celebrities who have gone to Rehab facilities for drug and alcohol addictions, which has led us to believe that Rehab is the only option. However, there are options for overcoming a Drug
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Recovery from alcohol abuse or dependence is an ongoing process. Sometimes individuals have lapses, in which they briefly drink again, but then return to their sobriety goal within a day or so. A relapse occurs when they stop working on their goal entirely and return to their previous level of use. A relapse usually features
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Leaving treatment can be daunting for an addict in early recovery. It is crucial to have a support system in place. Two of the most prominent ways to find support are the fellowships of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA). These groups allow addicts and alcoholics to share openly- in confidence- with others who
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Have you started to realize that maybe you have been drinking a little too much lately? Maybe, your recent drinking has seemed like fun and games. Still, you might find yourself wondering if things might be getting a little out of hand. If those kinds of thoughts are crossing your mind, you might want to
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Still, if you\’re someone who\’s thinking about quitting or is currently taking this drug, worry about the potential for severe withdrawal symptoms as well as the risk of relapse. Quitting or stopping use suddenly may be a good idea for some people in your situation. This article provides helpful advice on how to quit using
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Confession is supposed to be good for your soul, but you still have to get past the fear of opening up about your problems to enjoy the benefits of honesty. Telling your parents potentially upsetting news is never fun, but it is possible that they’ve already picked up on the possibility that you might be
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Name five things you love doing. Whether it is shopping or eating your favorite food, what do you like to do? Now, think about the last time you did them. Was it yesterday? Or was it weeks ago? Or in another case, months ago? But why do you feel good after doing the things you
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There are five core triggers of drug and substance abuse – genetics, family history, environment, occupation, and social factors. A primary focus on familial and social factors tilts around genetic makeup, family history, peer pressure, and sense of belonging. You might be wondering why someone you know is struggling with an addiction problem, yet they
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Seacrest Recovery Center is a licensed DCF and Joint Commission Accredited substance abuse treatment center. Our doors first opened in September of 2015, and our mission since then has to help as many people break free of addiction as possible.
