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How Addiction Affects Children and Families
Addiction is a serious problem that affects not only the person using but also those around them. As a professional with a demanding career and an alcohol or drug problem, you may not have spent much time thinking about how it's changing the lives of your loved ones....
What are Process Addictions?
Process addictions are often misunderstood. Many people think of them as "lesser" addictions, but they can be just as damaging and can worsen or lead to substance use disorders. So here's what you need to know about process addictions and keeping them from harming...
Heroin Withdrawal Timeline
If you’ve ever tried quitting opioids or heroin unsuccessfully, you know the challenge of overcoming the withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can be intense, no doubt. While there is no way to avoid all symptoms, understanding when they appear and how long they last...
Prescription Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms and Timelines
Prescription opioid withdrawal should never be experienced at home alone as it comes with a high risk for complications. Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild to severe, including hallucinations, high blood pressure, and seizures. Opioid users will notice the...
Am I a “High-Functioning” Alcoholic?
A high-functioning alcoholic is a person with an Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) who manages to maintain a career and relationships in their personal life. Their ability to mask their alcohol use can be quite deceptive to people in their lives who may not realize the...
Can Alcohol Cause Dementia?
Excessive drinking poses many threats to daily functioning, but can alcohol cause dementia? Ahead of any specific diagnosis, it’s helpful to understand what kind of connection alcohol and dementia may have in people who regularly drink. Let’s look at what leads to...
How to Deal with Holiday Stress
Holiday stress affects everyone differently, but it can be especially problematic for professionals who routinely turned to drugs or alcohol to cope with it in the past. The need to self-medicate to handle the demands of attending company parties can affect your...
4 Signs of a Cocaine Addiction
The resources of high-earning professionals can make hiding a cocaine addiction for a long time easier. You might not be consciously aware of someone with this kind of substance use disorder in your professional workspace or in your network right now. To be able to...
Is Addiction a Choice?
Despite how far scientific research on addiction has come, the debate about addiction being a choice persists. Unfortunately, this outdated thinking can have a negative impact on people who need treatment, as it often fosters judgment in friends, family members, and...
How Long Does Detox Take?
Detox is a first step towards recovery, and the length of time needed for detox varies. Numerous factors, including the type of substance used and a user’s age, affect the amount of time needed for withdrawal symptoms to pass. Let’s look at the length of the detox...
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