Addiction is a complex subject to talk about, especially with family. Opening up about your experience can be intimidating and overwhelming. However, educating others about the reality of addiction and substance use disorder (SUD) helps reduce stigma. Through discussion, you can increase awareness, compassion, and understanding toward yourself and others struggling. Let’s go over some…
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Nutrition plays a crucial role in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), yet many overlook the benefits. Substance abuse can take a tremendous toll on both the body and mind. Fueling your body with the proper foods and supplements can provide you with the energy you need for good mental health and physical wellness. It…
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Unfortunately, it is common for individuals to believe that substance use disorder (SUD) results from a moral weakness or lack of willpower. However, these assumptions are stigmas that have developed from a lack of education and understanding. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as “a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that…
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Addiction is a severe medical issue that affects millions of people across the globe, yet it carries a heavy taboo. Many people believe that abstaining is simply about willpower. They think someone can easily overcome the disease if they choose to. Because of this, addiction is seen as a character defect. In reality, addiction is…
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For someone struggling with substance abuse, going to rehab can seem like a daunting prospect. Many people view it as a prison or punishment for substance use. However, the reality of treatment is drastically different. Rehab is an opportunity for individuals to get their lives back on track and start living the life they want.…
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Alcohol addiction is a severe medical condition that negatively affects physical and mental health. It can be hard for someone dealing with alcohol addiction to take the first step toward recovery. But does alcohol addiction rehab work? The answer is yes. Treatment programmes provide individuals with the tools to live free of substance abuse and…
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The topics of mental health and mental illness have always had a taboo reputation. While mental health conversations have come a long way in the last decade, there is still a long way to go. Unfortunately, long-lasting stigmas are to blame in large part for ill feelings toward those who struggle with mental illness, especially…
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Adjusting to life after completing rehab and addiction treatment can be difficult, but that’s not to say that maintaining sobriety is impossible. In fact, if you follow the steps listed below, you can lead a rich and fulfilling lifestyle. Here are some handy tips on how to completely own life after rehab! Keep up with…
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It’s no secret that private rehab and drug treatment is expensive in the UK. While there are certainly free alternatives, securing a place in an NHS-funded residential rehab facility is highly competitive and becoming increasingly difficult. That, and the level of substance abuse treatment is inferior when compared to a private rehab treatment programme, especially…
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When it comes to drug abuse, one thing that many people tend to forget is that most drug users are good people who have made some terrible choices. Many addicts would love nothing more than to quit drugs, but simply do not have the support and treatment resources available to help them take control of…
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