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5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Drug Addiction Treatment Program 
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5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Drug Addiction Treatment Program 

By on Jan 30, 2025 in Addiction Treatment, Blog

You’re ready to take the step toward drug addiction treatment, but you’re not sure where to begin. It’s a common concern, especially if this is your first time seeking help. Just like selecting a healthcare provider for an illness or injury, it’s essential to evaluate how well a treatment center can address your specific needs.Let’s address a common misconception:...

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How to Find Purpose in Life in Recovery From Addiction
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How to Find Purpose in Life in Recovery From Addiction

By on Jan 24, 2025 in Addiction Recovery, Blog

Addiction’s slow development over time impacts every facet of your life, transforming the way you think, the decisions you make, and the way you see the world around you. It can make it hard to see the point of getting up every day and fighting hard. The emotional, physical, and legal complications seem to build endlessly. It’s hard to fathom life being good again....

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Substance Use Disorders and Mood Disorders
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Substance Use Disorders and Mood Disorders

By on Jan 16, 2025 in Blog

Some substances can make you feel good, while others can make you feel much worse. Whether you must take medication for a health need or you are using a drug to help you relax, over time, mood disorders can develop. When they do, you may feel awful and yet compelled to continue to use substances.Substance use disorders can lead to the onset of mood disorders. When...

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How Fentanyl Addiction Could Impact All People: A Non-Discriminatory Disease
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How Fentanyl Addiction Could Impact All People: A Non-Discriminatory Disease

By on Jan 10, 2025 in Addiction, Blog, Drug Addiction

Fentanyl is a type of opioid, a highly powerful and addictive substance that can change the life of a person (and their family) quickly. It is a synthetic opioid, meaning it is man-made rather than a natural form. What makes it more challenging is its unique combination of providing very effective, high-level pain control and extremely addictive qualities. Yet, it...

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