What happens to your body when you use drugs or alcohol? You may know about dependency and tolerance to drugs. You may understand how the brain starts demanding the substance. You may even know what happens on a cellular level. Exercise: A Powerful Solution Given all the ways that substances can damage the body, you may worry that you’ll be unable to regain your...
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In the 1940s and 1950s, it was common for a stiff drink to be a component of any business negotiation. Today, we recognize that drugs and alcohol shouldn’t be in the workplace. Yet many men and women working in high-powered, high-stress corporate jobs still use drugs or alcohol to take the edge off. Dependence Quickly Leads to Addiction Perhaps a drink after work or...
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A variety of drug and alcohol treatment programs exist. Each one is a bit different from the next based on what type of therapy is provided. They also differ based on where you will stay during therapy and how many hours a week you need care. One of the most common treatment options is an intensive outpatient program, or IOP. Is it right for you? How Does an IOP...
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COVID-19 has changed so much of your life. Relationships, finances, work, and even self-confidence may be different now. Extra stressors in these areas put you at risk for relapse. If you’ve started to turn to drugs or alcohol again, you may feel unsure of your next step. How do you get help? You’re Not Alone in This Battle One of the most important things to know...
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