Jan 31, 2020
How Heroin Became a Gateway Drug
How do you picture a heroin user? Once thought to be a drug strictly abused by artists, musicians and the down-and-out, the image of this…
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Jan 31, 2020
How (And Whether) to Tell Your Boss, Colleagues, Spouse, or …
Many people view drug or alcohol use, misuse, or addiction as a moral failing or weakness, but this simply isn’t true. Regardless, recent medical advances…
Jan 31, 2020
Heroin and the Brain: How Heroin Alters Brain Function
Considering How Heroin Affects the Brain Can Help Drug Abuse RehabAs an opioid drug derived from morphine, heroin is a highly addictive substance that can…
Jan 31, 2020
Healthy Habits: Efficient Workouts
It’s easy to make a plan. To say, “I’m going to go to the gym three to five times a week, and work out for…
Jan 31, 2020
Finding Support Groups for Families of Addicts
Our Addictions Recovery Centers Can HelpAs a social worker who works with active and recovering patients dealing with a substance- abuse disorder, you’ve probably been…
Jan 31, 2020
Fighting Cabin Fever in February: How to Stay Sober and Sane
February is just around the corner. The cold wind is biting, snow is always a threat, everyone is counting down the days until spring. Your…
Jan 31, 2020
Eating Disorders: There’s More Than Meets the Eye
As is the case with substance use disorders (SUDs), you can’t simply “judge a book by its cover” if you suspect a loved one is…
Jan 31, 2020
Dually Addicted: Eating Disorders Often Co-Exist With Substa…
When a Twelve-Step group such as AA, Al-Anon, or NA brings out a huge frosted layer cake to celebrate someone’s recovery anniversary, most people will…
Jan 31, 2020
Delaying Your Love One’s Addiction Treatment Over the …
Addiction Treatment Expert Advises Families to Act NowWe all want to be festive and celebrate the holidays with family around us.However, alcohol and substance use…
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