Understanding the types of addiction commonly found in the U.S. population can help you to see you’re not alone. It’s estimated by the National Institute on Drug Abuse that 24.6 million people over the age of 12 used illicit drugs in 2013. That accounts for 9.4 percent of the country’s population. Prescription drug use outside…
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Learning how to stop drug abuse isn’t easy. It is one of the most difficult things you can do if you have an addiction. Drugs change the way the brain works. As a result, it can be difficult for you to stop using on your own. Yet, there is help available to you. Our team…
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Addiction treatment cannot focus just on not using drugs or alcohol. It must also address the necessary healing that needs to occur within the mind, body, and spirit. At Santé Center for Healing, one component of that healing process often includes mindfulness meditation. It is a holistic way to help center yourself and reach a…
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At the Santé Center for Healing, you can get the help you need to conquer addiction and improve your mental health, as well. Among the best ways to do that is through the use of talk therapy. When you talk with caring and compassionate professionals, you have the opportunity to express yourself and get your…
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Addiction problems tend to cause our feelings of anger to get out of control, damaging your relationships with those around you. You make things toxic in your home, work, or school environment. Learning anger management techniques goes a long way in helping you channel that emotion in a less harmful way as you work to…
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The consequences of drug abuse are far-reaching and devastating to everyone involved, especially those who work in professional fields. Substance use disorder causes the deterioration of relationships, financial crises, physical illness, and anxiety. It affects people of most ages and from all social standings. It destroys families, reputations, and careers without discrimination, and it can make…
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Stress goes hand in hand with addiction. Often, it’s one of the reasons clients begin to use in the first place. Once you get clean, you still deal with stress. It can be difficult to know how to cope with stress in a healthy manner, particularly when you are used to using drugs, alcohol, or…
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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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Sometimes the signs of alcoholism are obvious. When someone is constantly drinking or intoxicated, it’s clear that they have an alcohol problem. However, there are different levels of alcoholism. Many people fall under the term functioning alcoholics. These people seem to maintain a normal life, despite their drinking habits. However, alcoholism of any type is a…
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When choosing a drug and alcohol treatment program, you will find two categories: inpatient and outpatient. Both focus on rehabilitation but each type has different benefits to offer. When comparing inpatient vs outpatient, it helps to know that inpatient rehab is more intensive and designed for a more serious addiction, while outpatient programs are part-time…
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