5 stages of addiction

What Are the Stages of Addiction?

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At what point does someone have a drug or alcohol addiction? The definition varies among individuals, but in general, professionals agree substance abuse becomes a problem when someone cannot control their consumption. There are stages of addiction a person goes through, which can lead to needing addiction treatment. Orange County, fortunately, has many top-rated rehabilitation […]

Codeine Addiction Treatment

Codeine Addiction Treatment

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If you have ever had a cough or experienced chronic pain, you have probably heard of codeine. Codeine is a type of medication that is used to treat pain. It is also commonly found in cough syrup. [1] Though it is milder than other drugs in its class, codeine is an opiate. To some degree, […]

Impact of Alcohol During Conception

Impact of Alcohol During Conception

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We have all heard about the impact a mother’s alcohol use can have on her unborn child. But, what about the father?  Many people may not realize that a father’s use of alcohol during conception can have damaging effects as well. Let’s take a look at what can happen and how men can get help […]

Secondary Medical Conditions Associated With Substance Use Disorder

Secondary Medical Conditions Associated With Substance Use Disorder

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When you think of Substance Use Disorder (SUD), you may think it’s a single-planed condition. You struggle with substance abuse, this affects your pocketbook and your relationships, and sometimes your health. Still, for the most part, you feel you’re just dealing with misusing drugs or alcohol. The problem with that is that there are many […]

How To Cope With Stress Without Drinking

How To Cope With Stress Without Drinking

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The ‘stress’ of daily life seems to be even more intense these days. Sure, daily inconveniences like traffic or long lines at the bank can aggravate us, and bring us temporary stresses. Sometimes, though, we’re dealing with more—the loss of a loved one or a relationship or a job. Or, the uncertainty of what is […]

Drank Too Much During Quarantine and Now I Can't Stop

Drank Too Much During Quarantine and Now I Can’t Stop

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You may have spent many weeks in quarantine due to the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, or COVID-19. If you drank too much during quarantine, know that you’re not alone. Market research firm, Nielsen, reported that hard liquor sales shot up 75% compared to the same date the previous year, and beer and wine sales increased by 66% […]

Prescription Medication and Substance Abuse

Prescription Medication and Substance Abuse

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Prescription Medication and Substance Abuse If you’re taking prescription medications for a mental health disorder along with using recreational drugs or alcohol, the interaction could lead to dangerous health consequences. Read ahead to learn why mental illness often coexists with drug addiction, and about the risks attached to prescription medication and substance abuse. Mental Illness […]

Deaths from Alcohol Use Disorder Continue to Rise Detox in Orange County Works to Help

Deaths from Alcohol Use Disorder Continue to Rise: Detox Can Help

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When people hear the word “overdose,” dangerous and illegal substances like heroin and cocaine often come to mind. While opioids are the most lethal drug in the United States right now, there is another substance silently killing thousands of Americans. It is one people rarely talk about but can touch nearly every facet of life, […]

Heroin Addiction: Why It’s So Common and How Heroin Rehab in Dana Point Can Help

Heroin Addiction: Why It’s So Common and How Heroin Rehab Can Help

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We’ve all heard it said: addiction knows no boundaries. This means addiction can affect anyone of us, in many forms. One of the most common types of addiction is heroin addiction. A significant factor in the growing opioid crisis, heroin is highly popular and highly addictive. The good news is, however, that heroin addiction is […]

A Less Known Benefit of Sobriety: Strong Immune System, The Importance of Sobriety in a Strong Immune System

A Less Known Benefit of Sobriety: Strong Immune System

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Right now we are being bombarded with information about how to stay healthy in the midst of a pandemic. Everywhere we turn there are news stories about who is at risk and new guidelines about how to protect ourselves from COVID-19. It is often hard to know what is just a trend and what is […]