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Alcohol addiction can take over your life. For an alcoholic, drinking is no longer a fun activity to engage in, it becomes a tedious task. An alcoholic’s dependence has taken a hold over their body and will not let go without making him/her regret their decision of abstaining. Once the alcoholic is alcohol dependent,
What is Sober Living Like? Here is a story about one facility that can tell you what to expect. Ever thought about being an acrobat? Does the thought of being an acrobat scare you to death? What if you knew without a doubt, that the safety net would catch you? No problem at all, right? Well, that
To overcome an addiction to drugs or alcohol, you have to stop using them altogether. While there’s no question that a supervised detox is integral to the safety and success of patients, there can also be an overwhelming number of choices. Finding the best detox centers in Florida means understanding more about what’s available and
When it comes to treatment for alcohol problems, finding and getting help is crucial for successful recovery. In the United States, there are 23.6 million people living with alcoholism or other substance use disorders. Less than 10% of these people will ever seek alcohol treatment in a rehab facility. One in five people entering rehab
If you suspect that your child has an opioid drug problem, don’t wait to find a quality drug rehab program. Deaths from opioid-related drugs spiked to record levels in 2014, increasing by 14% in just one year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A study of young, urban drug users conducted in
What Is Drug Addiction Treatment? Whether you buy illegal drugs on the street or you are prescribed painkillers or sedatives by your physician, you can quickly become an addict. If you are having trouble going to work, being at home without using drugs or just living life, drug treatment is right for you. What Is
What is a Substance Abuse Counselor? There are several classifications of addiction treatment staff. To be a licensed or certified substance abuse counselor, the therapist must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree and have experience in addiction and substance abuse counseling. According to the U.S. Department of Labor: “A behavioral disorder and substance abuse counselor
Perky Percocet: Addiction, Detox and Rehab Percocet is a combination of Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Oxycodone. Oxycodone is a pain reliever derived from opium that when combined with the active ingredient in Tylenol creates a fast acting pain reliever. Percocet is considered to be an opiate and is a Schedule II drug. If you are taking
Drug Rehab: A Therapist’s Perspective When entering a drug rehab program, addicts are first introduced to a therapist who becomes their support and counselor throughout the treatment process. A bond forms between the primary therapist and addict enhanced by the amount of time spent together in treatment as well as disclosure of intimate details to
An Explanation of Hypnotherapy Many people have a general misconception about hypnosis. They tend to think of the high energy stage performer who jokes around and makes people quack like ducks. While hypnosis is often used as a form of entertainment at corporate events, night clubs and on cruise ships, true clinical hypnotherapy is a
