Addiction and dependence are closely related. Maybe you have heard the terms used interchangeably. But they do not mean the same thing, even when applied in the same context. What’s the difference between addiction and dependence? Dependence refers specifically to the body’s reliance on using a substance. Dependence is an aspect of addiction to substances. […]
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Rubbing alcohol is a common household object, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic when the awareness of the importance of sanitizers became widespread. It is also used extensively in hospitals and nursing homes, where the risk of infection is high. However, rubbing alcohol can be a risk for people with alcohol addiction. What is rubbing alcohol […]
Read More »What is the connection between night sweats and alcohol withdrawal? Most people experience night sweats on occasion. Maybe you’ve woken up in a damp bed after a nightmare. Or perhaps you had a high fever when sick from a virus. The majority of the time, these night sweats are not too severe. Occasionally, you sweat […]
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Hypnosis is often depicted in popular culture as a mystical or magical practice. But in reality it has little to do with the dramatic portrayals seen on television. In recent years, it has increasingly been recognized as a potential tool to treat various psychological conditions, including addiction. But what exactly is hypnosis, and how might […]
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Making the choice to recover from alcohol and drug addiction is not easy. There are a lot of things that may be holding you back from making the decision. Denial and resistance are symptoms of the illness itself. Once you choose to recover, it should all be smooth sailing from there. Unfortunately, for many people, […]
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How much does alcohol impact your ability to make decisions? It’s a question with stakes so high that the answers affect regulations, law enforcement, and even our sense of morality. To understand why, we need to go into the finer details. Three Drunken Nights John is a responsible, law-abiding citizen who is always considerate of […]
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Choosing a rehab center for addiction recovery feels like a big deal. You are taking a massive step towards healing from addiction and need to know that the people helping you are the best. This is just one reason people choose to go to a luxury rehab center. However, not all luxury rehabs are alike. […]
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Do you understand the impact that alcohol has on your body? Most people who drink alcohol do not know all that much about how it works, including how long it stays in your system. Here’s what you need to know. At what point does alcohol leave your system? When you wake up with a hangover, […]
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The rise of yoga therapy in addiction recovery has some people scratching their heads. Can doing some stretches really help a person stay off substances? If so, how? Not so long ago, yoga was seen by many as nothing more than a punchline. It was characterized as a meaningless hobby for bored rich folk. That […]
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Millions of Americans struggle with addiction to alcohol. As such, almost every person not addicted knows someone who is. Often, they went through similar experiences to the person. They could be family who grew up in the same home or friends who attended the same alcohol-fueled parties. In the past, people would use this fact […]
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Luxury rehabs provide an unparalleled experience of addiction recovery. But why does it seem more like a wellness retreat? Do the added extras really make a difference? Since arriving in Malibu, you’ve already felt like you’re in paradise. Then, at the door of the luxury rehab, you are greeted like a celebrity. Your anxiety falls […]
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Picture this: you arrive home, planning to relax in front of the TV. Your mind is on a million different things and you are barely aware of entering through the front door. Suddenly, you notice that your family and friends are gathered, all looking at you with somber expressions. They invite you to sit with […]
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