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Benefits of Yoga
A holistic approach to substance abuse treatment often employs a number of approaches and tools to aid in the need to achieve, strengthen, and sustain recovery. In this article, learn the benefits of yoga and how it is used as a tool intended to connect you with your...

Benefits of Equine Therapy
Whether you have experience in riding horses, interacting with them, caring for them, or not, horse therapy can be a beneficial tool in your efforts to get sober. Equine therapy is a type of experiential treatment that harnesses the bond between people and horses to...

Xanax and Alcohol
Abuse of alcohol commonly occurs with use of other drugs, and one of those drugs is a routinely prescribed benzodiazepine. People who take benzos, like Xanax, while drinking may assume mixing the two is safe as use of either one alone isn’t necessarily harmful when...

Living with an Alcoholic
It's not easy to watch a loved one struggle with alcohol use for years. It certainly takes its toll on you and the whole family when you are living with an alcoholic. If your response to a spouse who won't get help hasn't changed, it shouldn't surprise you when their...

What Is MDMA?
MDMA abuse is an emerging issue for executives, celebrities, and other high-profile professionals. Many of the individuals who are affected face significant social, mental, and physical consequences as a result of their substance use. Let's answer the question of...

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...
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