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What Is Ketamine, and Is It Dangerous?
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What Is Ketamine, and Is It Dangerous?

By on Nov 30, 2023 in Addiction

Ketamine is a type of dissociative drug, which means it changes the way the brain perceives what’s really happening around you. By distorting sensory perception, it can make a person feel as if they have left their body and are in a very different environment. This drug, which is similar to phencyclidine (PCP) in the way it impacts people, is dangerous, creating...

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The 7 Most Common Types of Addiction
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The 7 Most Common Types of Addiction

By on Aug 10, 2023 in Addiction, Blog

Do you struggle with the need to use substances on a routine basis? It may feel like a critical part of your day to stop for a drink after work or to relax with a few beers after dinner. For some people, it’s hard to get through the day without using something, even at work. If that’s the case for you, you may have addiction and dependence. There are various forms...

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How to Talk to Your Parents About Your Drug Use
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How to Talk to Your Parents About Your Drug Use

By on Jul 31, 2023 in Addiction, Blog

As a young adult, your life is likely changing at a rapid pace. You’re trying to find your way, whether you’ve completed college, are in college, or perhaps are working in a career. You have your own friends, maybe your own place, and lots of ideas for the future. To unwind or have fun or ease anxiety, you may use alcohol and experiment with drugs.  It’s...

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What Is Bipolar Disorder? Can It Lead to Addiction?
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What Is Bipolar Disorder? Can It Lead to Addiction?

By on Jul 20, 2023 in Addiction, Blog

“You’re bipolar.” It’s a statement people make when they are judging a person’s behavior or moods. But bipolar is much more than periodic contradictory behavior. In reality, bipolar disorder is a very real mental health disorder that impacts millions of people. It is a serious condition, one that impacts every facet of a person’s life and can carry the risk of...

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