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Drug and Alcohol Treatment for Women

Although drug and alcohol abuse impacts both men and women, there are some distinct differences between the genders regarding addiction. For this reason, drug and alcohol treatment for women should look a bit different versus for men. Let’s…

Yellow Eyes After Drinking

Alcohol Addiction, Blog

Chronic alcohol abuse can cause severe damage to various organs. If you have noticed your eyes taking on a yellow hue, it could be a sign of advanced liver disease. Read on to learn why drinking alcohol can cause yellow eyes. How Alcohol Abuse…

Alcoholic Psychosis Symptoms

Alcohol Addiction, Blog, Dual Diagnosis

When we hear the word “psychosis” we might first think of mental illness. In fact, psychotic disorder is a severe class of mental health disorders such as schizophrenia. Although rare, it is possible for someone with a chronic alcohol…

Recovering from Childhood Trauma and Alcoholism

Alcohol Addiction, Blog, Dual Diagnosis

Experiencing a traumatic event at any age can cause lasting pain and emotional fallout. However, childhood traumas are particularly damaging to the young psyche. A child hasn’t yet developed the tools to cope with disturbing events, leaving…

Adderall Abuse

Addiction, Blog, Prescription Drugs

Showing Signs & Symptoms Prescription stimulants like Adderall have a proper use in medicine. For certain patients, this class of drugs can greatly improve functioning and quality of life. However, Adderall is a widely misused drug among…

Alcoholics and Lying

Alcohol Addiction, News

If you have a loved one battling alcoholism, you are probably familiar with being lied to on a regular basis. It is a known fact that people who struggle with alcoholism lie. There are many reasons for this, most of which serve their main goal…

Abusing Adderall and Alcohol

Alcohol Addiction, Prescription Drugs, Substance Abuse, Treatments & Therapies

Mixing Substances and The Consequences Substance abuse involving the combination of Adderall and alcohol has become widespread, especially among college-aged young adults. This age group gravitates to using Adderall as a study aid, as its stimulant…

What to Do if Your Spouse is Secretly Drinking in Recovery

Blog, Relapse

Has your spouse recently been showing the telltale signs of a relapse? If your husband or wife has been in alcohol recovery, and has relapsed, it can surely be upsetting. However, it is a fact that a majority of people will suffer a relapse…

The Stages of Drug Rehab

Blog, Rehab, Substance Abuse, Treatments & Therapies

What Are The Stages of Rehab Are you considering going to rehab, but are feeling a bit anxious about the prospect? Sometimes just having some basic knowledge about what to expect in rehab can help reduce much of that stress. To learn about…

How to Admit Someone to Rehab

Blog, Rehab

It may be a spouse, adult child, parent, or friend who has all the signs of a substance abuse problem. It is clear this person you care about needs help, but so far they have refused to consider rehab. So, how do you convince them to get the…