We believe addiction is caused by various underlying and unresolved issues. Dependent individuals typically use drugs and/or alcohol as part of a coping mechanism to deal with past and/or present trauma and pain. At many 12-step rehab programs,…
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Animal-assisted therapy (particularly equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) and canine therapy) is one of the most effective experiential therapy forms. It has proven fun, nurturing, and therapeutically beneficial for clients in inpatient drug and…
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By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol addiction is a pervasive issue that affects millions worldwide, with significant impacts on health, relationships, and responsibilities. Recognizing the early signs of alcohol abuse is crucial for timely…
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Ecstasy use has increased in recent years and is considered a fairly new street drug; however, the consequences of ecstasy abuse are very severe. Deaths from ecstasy can occur due to overdose,…
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There are numerous benefits of attending an inpatient drug rehab program. Alcohol and drug addiction wreaks havoc on the body, causing vitamin deficiency, extreme fatigue and an inability to focus or remember…
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While looking for a drug or alcohol treatment center, many potential clients state that their confidentiality is an extremely important issue for them in choosing the right program, and understandably so. When…
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Numerous non-traditional, cutting-edge forms of treatments are becoming popular in rehab centers to heal dependency on drugs and alcohol. By incorporating types of one-on-one psychotherapy sessions, treatment centers ensure a more complete,…
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If you’ve never attended a private inpatient drug rehab program before, you may worry about what the experience will be like. Due to inaccurate media portrayals, urban legends, and incorrect assumptions, some…
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Drug addiction happens for complex reasons—some of them physical, while others are psychological, emotional and highly personal. Because of the intricate nature of drug addiction itself, breaking physical dependency to drugs can…
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Are Psychedelic Mushrooms Physically Addictive? Although psychedelic mushrooms have not been found to be physically addictive, users can become psychologically dependent on psychedelic mushrooms. The mind-altering experiences that psychedelic mushrooms create can…
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What Does a Psychedelic Mushrooms High Feel Like? A psychedelic mushroom high is a hallucination-fraught, highly emotional experience that distorts perception and reality. Psychedelic mushrooms’ effects tend to last four to six…
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What Does a Nicotine Buzz Feel Like? The nicotine high can sometimes be imperceptible, as it eliminates withdrawal symptoms and fills nicotine users with a sense of calm. Some users experience a…
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Is Nicotine Physically Addictive? Nicotine is a powerful drug resulting in physical addiction on par with that of cocaine. As with any chemical dependency, there can be both physical and psychological addictions…
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Is LSD Physically Addictive? LSD is not physically addictive—as such, LSD usage does not result in withdrawal symptoms. With repeated use it is possible for you to develop a psychological dependence to…
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In medicine, Ketamine is an anesthetic used to sedate patients for short operations. On the street, Ketamine—also known as “Special K” or just “K”—is a dissociative drug that produces effects ranging from…
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Is Ketamine Physically Addictive? Ketamine does not meet the criteria for physically addictive drugs. In fact, Ketamine’s widespread use in medicine as a mild anesthetic is due in large part to its…
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What Does a Heroin High Feel Like? Known as “slamming,” intravenous heroin injection results in these feelings with a delay of only 10 seconds or less from the time of injection to…
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What Is GHB? Naturally produced by the body, Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate—commonly known as “GHB”—is a neurotransmitter that helps transmit messages in the brain. When produced synthetically, GHB is a central nervous system depressant, with…
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Is GHB Physically Addictive? GHB is not considered in most people to be physically addictive. However, heavy users who stop cold turkey without supervision by an inpatient drug rehab program can experience…
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What Does an Ecstasy High Feel Like? Within an hour of taking ecstasy, users start to feel tingling on your skin, slight nausea and bursts of excitement. As ecstasy trips reach their…
