What Is Alcoholism? Table of Contents What Is Alcoholism? Am I An Alcoholic? Use, Abuse, Dependence, and Alcoholism Alcoholic Stereotypes: What If I Don’t Fit the Mold? Signs of Alcohol Dependence Causes and Risk Factors for Alcoholism and other Alcohol Use Disorders Getting Answers and Understanding Your Addiction Self-Assessment Quizzes Choosing the Right Treatment for…
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What are the Reasons Relapse May Occur? Table of Contents What are the Reasons Relapse May Occur? Why Does an Addict Relapse? How our Brains Work in Conjunction With Addiction Relapse Warning Signs of a Potential Relapse For addicts going through the recovery process, most have been told something along the lines of “relapse is a…
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More than 72,000 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2017. More than half of those deaths were due to opioids. Every day we read another article about someone dying from opioid abuse. Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, and beloved celebrities like Prince, and most recently Demi Lovato, are falling victim to these drugs. Which is why the Substance Abuse…
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Many of us know someone who has struggled with opioid addiction. If not yourself, perhaps it was a family member or close friend. Opioids affect a lot of families throughout the United States, so know that you’re not alone in dealing with them. In fact, statistics from the National Institute on Drug Abuse indicate the…
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Sobriety is not a goal for you to check off a list, It’s an ongoing decision that shapes the rest of your life and the first 90 days of sobriety are the most important. At Pathfinders Sober Living, we deeply understand how much patience and self-evaluation is required in order to stay sober. We also…
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RAISING AWARENESS AND EDUCATION ON THE PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE Table of Contents RAISING AWARENESS AND EDUCATION ON THE PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE SUBSTANCE USE RISK FACTORS GENETICS AND FAMILY HISTORY MENTAL ILLNESS ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL FACTORS STARTING DRUG USE AT AN EARLY AGE REASONS WHY PEOPLE RISK DRUG ADDICTION CHASING THE RUSH OF A…
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Is it illegal to take another person’s prescription? The simple answer is yes. No matter the circumstances, you are taking a medication that wasn’t prescribed for you by a medical professional. It may seem obvious to some, but here’s our complete list of ‘Reasons to Avoid Sharing Prescription Drugs,’ in case you shared any reservations…
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What Happens When you Relapse? Table of Contents What Happens When you Relapse? I Relapsed Immediate Placement in Alcohol Rehab – Get Help Now 855-728-4363 After Relapse, It is Time to Quit Again Learn More About Alcohol Rehab at Pathfinders Call Today 866-263-1847 How Common is Relapse After Rehab? Risk Factors for Relapsing Avoiding Relapse…
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Looking for “outpatient rehabs near me” is sometimes the most effective choice for treating addiction. Choosing to seek rehabilitation is difficult to make. Having to determine what type of rehab to attend makes the decision even more complicated. Rehabilitation, whether residential rehab or outpatient rehab, is an effective and common form of treatment for addiction.…
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Let’s talk about dating while not sober first. I have plenty of experience. I only had two relationships when I was sober. One was my first boyfriend in high school. The second is my current relationship. The span in between was relationship after relationship founded on alcohol or other drugs. As you probably know, you…
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What is an Addict? Table of Contents What is an Addict? Understanding Addiction Immediate Placement in Drug and Alcohol Rehab – Get Help Now 855-728-4363 Common Patterns within Addicts Learn More About Drug and Alcohol Treatment Programs at Pathfinders: Call Today 866-263-1847 The Physical Effects of an Addiction Mental Illness and Alcohol Rehab 24-Hour Substance…
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Every day 116 people die of an opioid drug overdose. And 42,249 people died of prescription opioids in 2016. These numbers are chilling. What is even more chilling is that many of these deaths are preventable. The problem is that prescription opioids are seen as one of the only ways of coping with chronic pain. And…
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How to Sober Up From Drugs Table of Contents How to Sober Up From Drugs Drug Use and Drug Problems Immediate Placement in Drug Rehab – Get Help Now 855-728-4363 Can You Tell If You Need Help Learn More About Drug Rehab at Pathfinders — Call Today 866-263-1847 How to Sober Up From Drugs: First…
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What Constitutes Drug Abuse? Table of Contents What Constitutes Drug Abuse? Methods and Ways Drugs Are Abused Taking Drugs Orally Why Smoking Drugs is More Dangerous Than Swallowing Them Snorting Drugs to Get High Faster Why Injecting Drugs is the Most Dangerous Ingestion Method What Other Ways Are There to Abuse Drugs? Finding Treatment for…
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Can Drug Use Speed Up Aging? Table of Contents Can Drug Use Speed Up Aging? Why Do Addicts Age Faster? Drug Abuse and the Skin Nutritional and Vitamin Deficiencies in Addicts Drug Abuse and Your Teeth Drug Abuse and the Brain Drug Abuse and Your Physical Health Pathfinders Recovery Center One of the earliest signs…
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What Are Ted Talks? Table of Contents What Are Ted Talks? Top Ted Talks on Drug Addiction A Breakdown of Our Top Three Ted Talks on Addiction Ted Talks on Mindfulness and Addiction Key Takeaways from Ted Talks on Addiction Rat Park – A Study of How Environment Impacts Addiction Treatment for Addiction – What…
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Helping Someone with a Drinking Problem Table of Contents Helping Someone with a Drinking Problem Don’t Enable Their Behavior Knowing the Signs of an Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Binge Drinking: The Beginning of More Problems The Red Flags that Your Loved One Has a Drinking Problem Understanding Alcohol Addiction What Not To Say to an…
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Traditional addiction treatment options typically do not involve the use of medication. Instead, the traditional recovery route usually includes a monitored drug or alcohol detox and rehab. These are the traditional methods for a reason. They’ve been proven effective over many years. But sometimes, we need something more. A moderate to severe addiction, overwhelming withdrawal…
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Making The Decision Not To Drink Making the decision to abstain from alcohol is extremely difficult. If you’ve gotten to that point, good for you. Keep in mind that a lot of alcoholics and problem drinkers never get to that point. If you actually make the decision to stop drinking, that alone is a huge…
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What Is the Pink Cloud? When you are newly sober, you go through a wide range of emotions. When I completed treatment at Pathfinders, I felt like I could take on the world. I had gone from being a hopeless alcoholic to being full of energy and ready to take on any challenge. For newly…
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Does Addiction Cause Vitamin Deficiencies? Table of Contents Does Addiction Cause Vitamin Deficiencies? Does Alcoholism Affect Vitamin Absorption? Give Your Recovery A Boost with Nutrition! Recommendations for Diet in Recovery Issues with Diet for Recovering Addicts Join Others in Making Health a Priority Sharing is Caring When it Comes to Addiction It’s no secret that…
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The Cycle of Addiction and Relapse Table of Contents The Cycle of Addiction and Relapse What Is Chronic Relapse? Short Term Addiction Treatment and Relapse What Is a Chronic Relapse Treatment Center? Personalized Treatment to Combat Chronic Relapse Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Relapse Emotional, Mental, and Physical Relapse Emotional Stage Mental/Craving Stage Physical/Engagement Stage…
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Attending a Denver Intensive Outpatient Program Table of Contents Attending a Denver Intensive Outpatient Program What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program Or IOP? What Does an IOP Treat? Typical Features of a Quality Intensive Outpatient Program Education Services Psychotherapy Support Services Who Can Benefit from a Denver IOP Program? Are IOP Programs in Denver Covered…
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The Risks and Consequences of Cocaine in America Table of Contents The Risks and Consequences of Cocaine in America The Basics of Cocaine and Crack Can You Overdose on Crack? Now, Can You Overdose on Cocaine? How Much Cocaine Does It Take to Overdose? What Are the Symptoms of Cocaine Overdose? Stage 1 Stage 2…
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Am I An Addict? The Importance Of Honesty. Table of Contents Am I An Addict? The Importance Of Honesty. What is an addict? Dependence Vs. Addiction The Top Signs Of Drug Addiction I Am An Addict: Next Steps To Take Effective Treatment Types For Drug Addiction Escape Addiction With Pathfinders Recovery Centers. A lot of…
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The Impact of Cocaine’s After-Effects on Your Addiction Risks Table of Contents The Impact of Cocaine’s After-Effects on Your Addiction Risks What Are the Effects of Cocaine What Are the Signs of a Cocaine Comedown What Is the Cocaine Comedown Timeline Who Suffers From a Cocaine Comedown Cocaine Jaw and Bruxism in Cocaine Users Cocaine…
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The intense effects of methamphetamine have made it a popular drug of abuse. But the high from the drug does wear off eventually and is followed by what is called a “crash” or “comedown.” What happens during a meth comedown and withdrawal, how long it lasts, and whether or not the unpleasant and sometimes hazardous…
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Meth is a substance that many people are familiar with. It has been used recreationally for a long time. It’s among the most affordable and accessible drugs on the market. But this accessibility has the unspoken side effect of making it easy to take as much as you want. Meth overdoses are shockingly uncommon, and…
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Most people are familiar with the psychological effects of cocaine, like intense euphoria and an increase in energy. These eventually lead to mood swings, dependence, and addiction, which devastate the life of the user. But there are also the less recognized physiological effects. One of these is coke jaw, an issue that can affect more…
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Get Answers and Treatment Options for Meth Abuse Table of Contents Get Answers and Treatment Options for Meth Abuse What Is Meth? How do People Use Meth? Can You Snort Meth? Answers to Meth Questions What are the Dangers of Snorting Meth? The Short-Term Effects of Snorting Meth Long-Term Effects of Snorting Meth What Is…
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AA and Al-anon as Recovery Support Groups Table of Contents AA and Al-anon as Recovery Support Groups What Can You Expect From Sober Support Groups Al Anon Meetings Vs AA Meetings Treatment Programs For Family Members Al Anon Support Groups And Other Meetings Continuing Support For Alcohol Recovery Recovery Through Al Anon Groups Finding Your…
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