Addiction is a complex and chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by the compulsive use of drugs or alcohol, despite negative consequences. Over time, addiction can cause serious physical, emotional, and social harm to individuals and their loved ones. One of the biggest challenges with addiction is that it often…
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Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol addiction? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. The journey to recovery may seem daunting, but at Midwest Detox Center, we can help. We are here to guide you every step of the way. In this blog post, we will explore how our state-of-the-art facility and compassionate team…
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Adderall is a brand-name prescription commonly used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. The drug improves concentration and focus. Adderall is generally harmless when it is taken exactly as prescribed. However, Adderall can be abused when used outside of prescription instructions or used by people who do not need it for a diagnosed health condition. In…
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Fentanyl is an extremely powerful type of opioid. It is in the same family of drugs as morphine, codeine, and heroin. It does have limited prescription use, though it remains addictive due to its strength. Fentanyl is delivered in a variety of ways. Some people take it through a patch on their skin for all-day…
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Is marijuana addictive? It’s a straightforward question with an easy answer: yes. Nonetheless, marijuana fits into a category of drugs like alcohol and cigarettes that may seem inherently safer than other drugs. People often don’t equate marijuana use with the potential for addiction. But in fact, as many as 30% of people who use marijuana…
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One of the dangers of having an addiction is the occasional loss of physical control or bouts of unreasonable thinking. If someone is not sound of mind, they might do things that could be dangerous, like mixing Xanax and alcohol or overdosing. You don’t want to wait until addiction becomes life-threatening before you get help.…
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Cocaine is a highly addictive drug that also carries serious health dangers. It is a powerful stimulant that comes from the leaves of the coca plant. Most drugs cause addiction over time, but cocaine addiction can occur after using it for the first time. Cocaine may be used in its pure form or used in…
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What is an opiate addiction treatment program? The problem with answering this question is that some people use “opiate” and “opioid” interchangeably, while others insist that the two words mean different things. However, an addiction is an addiction. And that’s true no matter whether it’s related to opiates or opioids. Both substances can cause physical…
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Holistic therapy is a term that refers to alternative or complementary addiction therapies. The word holistic itself means that the treatment team considers all factors during treatment, including mental, social, emotional, and physical factors. The holistic treatment uses therapies that complement your overall addiction therapy program. What Is Holistic Therapy? Holistic therapy can refer to…
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In many people, mental health disorders can co-occur with substance use disorder. While there are many types of mental disorders, the most common include depression, anxiety disorders, and bipolar disorder. Other disorders include mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and behavioral disorders. Mental health disorders can range in severity depending on several factors.…
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