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A lot of people have a misconception about addiction and what it actually looks like. Movies, TV shows, and other forms of media similarly portray addiction.
Several different movies and television shows go to extreme lengths to show addiction in (more…)
Unfortunately, many adults who have a substance abuse problem or struggle with addiction also struggle with mental health disorders. This is often known as comorbidity, a medical term that means someone suffers from more than one condition.
For many people, (more…)
Relapse is a common reality in the addiction recovery process. The majority of those seeking sobriety will have to deal with at least one relapse during or after their recovery. Some studies put that number as high as 85 percent. (more…)
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Leave a Comment (0) →When people say something’s so good it’s addictive, they probably don’t mean it’s destroying their life structure, threatening their relationships, and leaving them with uncontrollable anxiety. Real, true addiction isn’t light-hearted. It feels all-encompassing and inescapable.
At some point, it (more…)
Addictive behavior can sometimes be like an invasive vine creeping into a garden. By the time we realize it’s a problem, it’s already spread into every part of our lives. Because addictive behaviors can develop slowly over time, people frequently (more…)
Almost everyone uses some kind of social media platform on a daily basis. Maybe you like to log into Facebook to keep up with family and friends. Maybe you scroll through Instagram to keep up with your favorite influencers. Or, (more…)
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Leave a Comment (0) →In most feature films and television shows, those suffering from drug addiction are often committing violent crimes, playing the bad guy, or are portrayed as haggard individuals with no job or prospects. While this could be a reality for some (more…)
Making the decision to come clean after developing an addiction isn’t easy. It takes an enormous amount of strength to decide this at all. It’s normal to be wary of detox treatment. Withdrawal symptoms are scary and daunting, but that’s (more…)