Most people aren’t aware of the true cost of alcohol addiction. Sure, there’s a direct financial cost that they can calculate. However, the real cost of addiction goes well beyond money. Addiction takes a toll on people’s emotions and relationships as well. The Financial Cost of Alcohol Addiction Let’s start with the most literal cost…
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You’ve decided that it’s time to get your life back, and you’re ready to enter treatment for alcohol or substance abuse. Like most people, you probably find yourself wondering, “What is rehab like?” It’s normal to be a little apprehensive when you’re trying something new. Even if you’ve been in rehab before, coming to a…
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If you’re searching to learn more about signs of addiction, you’re likely suspicious that someone you care about is abusing substances. It can be hard to stand by and watch someone you love fall into the downward spiral of addiction. At Santé Healing Center, we understand the burden placed on the families of people who…
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If your loved one is using drugs, you know that they’re putting their life in danger. It can be hard to step back and watch as someone you care about moves through a downward spiral. One of the most important things that you can do for their health is to be on the lookout for…
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Alcohol affects the body and mind in many ways. One of the most confusing facts about alcohol is that it’s categorized as a depressant. Many people struggle to understand this, as they feel relaxed and at ease when they drink alcohol. To understand why the answer to, “Is alcohol a depressant?” is yes, you must…
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Whether you’re new to the world of recovery or you’ve been sober for years, the holidays can prove especially challenging for staying away from the bottle. Family members, financial stress, traveling, relationship issues, and more seem to rear their heads as soon as the Christmas tree goes up. Whether you’re working on a sober Thanksgiving…
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Meth is an intense drug that can severely impact the user’s life. It doesn’t take many uses to cross over into full-blown addiction. Do you know the signs of meth addiction? Would you be able to tell if your loved one is struggling? Here’s what you need to look out for if you suspect a…
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Physical dependence, or drug dependence, happens when an individual needs one or more drugs to function in everyday life. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) used to differentiate between abuse and dependence. Experts considered abuse to be the early phase of drug use that led to physical dependence. Many people view dependency as a more severe problem than abuse. Now…
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Adderall and Ritalin are both stimulants commonly used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) — and they both may be addictive. Families looking for an Adderall addiction treatment center in Texas might wonder what the difference is between these two medications. Ritalin vs. Adderall: What is Ritalin? Methylphenidate, brand name Ritalin, is…
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Pick a psychological condition that gets treated like an everyday problem, and you are bound to come up with OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder). People claim they have OCD if they like their clothing folded a certain way, don’t like their foods to touch on a plate, and many other everyday reasons. But the exact psychological condition…
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