Alcoholism is a terrible condition, and as with all diseases, it’s essential to understand the common causes of alcoholism. Knowing what can increase the risk of addiction helps at-risk individuals for a few reasons. Whether you’re someone looking to avoid going down the same path as a family member or you’re someone struggling with alcoholism […]
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Overcoming addiction isn’t about grinning and bearing through the pain. Addiction isn’t a “bad habit” you can shake with some extra willpower and a little positive thinking. It’s actually a chronic disorder that could have physical, mental and emotional root causes. Think of addiction as you would a physical chronic condition such as diabetes. It’s
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According to surveys published by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, as many as 86 percent of Americans over the age of 17 say they consumed alcohol at some point during their lives. More than half said their last alcoholic beverage was within the last month. In short, alcohol plays a large role
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Addiction is a very personal disorder, but it’s not one that anyone has to battle alone. Whether you slipped into addiction slowly over years of alcohol use or find yourself with cravings and withdrawals after only one or two uses of a substance such as heroin, addiction treatment programs can help you break the cycle
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When someone you care about is struggling with addiction, it can bring out a wide range of emotions. Not only are you worried and want to do whatever you can to help, but you’ll also experience anger, frustration, disappointment, and sadness. It’s no secret that addiction doesn’t just affect the addict. Everyone who shares an
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As the proportion of U.S. workers testing positive for illegal drugs approaches five percent, attention has turned to an unlikely drug that shows promise for curbing substance addiction. The use of medication to treat addicts is nothing new, but isradipine, the drug in question, is primarily a treatment for high blood pressure. Breaking the chain
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Many people view the flakka users mentioned in news stories as easy targets for jokes and ridicule. But anyone who has had a family member struggling with substance abuse knows that there is a face to this reality. Flakka users may do strange things like running naked through public streets and babbling nonsense about being
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TV shows have traditionally been more invested in plot than character development. In recent years increased competition for viewers has led to more quality product. This month Showtime’s Nurse Jackie begins its seventh and final season of the most accurate portrayal of addiction seen on screen. The title character is a skilled and compassionate emergency
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If you or your spouse are dealing with a substance addiction problem, informing your children is a difficult but necessary task. The explanation often falls to the non-addicted parent, but whether it’s handled by one or both of you, it’s important to plan your discussion carefully. Be Honest No matter how well-intentioned the idea, attempting
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