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Physical vs Psychological Addiction: Understanding the Difference
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Addiction is a continuous use of drugs/alcohol despite the obvious negative consequences. To understand addiction in-depth, it’s important to look at the main types of addiction (psychological and physical addiction). It’s also important to look at dependence and tolerance. .
A Guide To Boundaries In Addiction Recovery
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
When a person struggles with addiction, they may often find that their personal boundaries become ignored. These rules may cause the addicted person to behave in ways that they otherwise would not. For example, many people struggling with addiction may lie, cheat and steal to cov.
The Power of Running for Addiction Recovery
Monday, June 8, 2020
Running can be a great activity to establish a clear frame of mind and detoxifying with a natural and healthy activity that the body will enjoy. All of these reasons and more make it a fantastic choice for those suffering from the plight of mental and physical conditions. Running.
A Guide To Alcoholism Support Groups
Friday, May 29, 2020
Alcoholism refers to the extreme abuse of alcohol on a basis that is uncontrollable and unmanageable. People battling with alcohol addiction find it hard to carry out daily tasks without it. Fortunately, there are a number of alcohol support groups to help you today. Alcoholis.
Understanding Grief And Addiction
Friday, May 22, 2020
Grief is a difficult emotion to process for everyone. It is a deeper response to loss and pain than sadness. Loss can include the death of a loved one or family member, or even the loss of a job, pet, or home. But what do we know about grief and addiction? Everyone can handle .
The Benefits of a Medically Supervised Detox
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Detoxing can be defined as the process of clearing toxins from the body of a patient who is dependent on a substance. It's designed to manage the symptoms of withdrawal that follow sudden cessation of drinking, and helps patients overcome physical dependence. A medically-supervis.
Do I Really Need To Go To Rehab?
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
The first step for many people seeking to recover from substance abuse is to enrol in a rehab program. The rehab offers the best chance to recover and improve the quality of life. The reality, however, is that far too many people who are battling addiction prefer to deal with the.
Alcoholism: Early Warning Signs
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Alcoholism comes with many warning signs, some easier to detect than others. They may be particularly hard to spot when the vast majority of those battling alcohol addiction don’t fit the stereotype– the cliché homeless person in the park with a brown paper bag. Table of .
A Guide to Alcoholic Neuropathy
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Alcoholic neuropathy is a neural disorder that's caused by excessive alcohol drinking. Alcohol is a toxin, and if one drinks excessively, it can have adverse effects on the body. The main way alcohol can impact the body is by suppressing the nervous system. This is called alco.
A Guide to Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) is a condition in which someone who has a prolonged history of substance abuse experiences severe withdrawal symptoms as a result of cutting their intake. When someone becomes addicted to, or dependent on, a drug or other substances, the b.