When a loved one struggles with addiction, finding them the help they deserve can feel like an insurmountable task. You may beg and plead for them to go to rehab, set all the boundaries in the world, and even confront them about their behaviors time and time again–all to no avail. While you may feel …
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Michael Herbert
Alcoholism is a chronic and progressive disease that can cause emotional, social, and physical consequences. Unfortunately, alcohol use disorder is extremely common, and nearly 95,000 people die from alcohol-related causes each year.[1] While alcoholism is common in America, recovering from this condition is difficult and even dangerous without professional help. If you suffer from an …
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Michael Herbert
Deciding to give up drugs and alcohol is never easy and it usually requires a lot of hard work. However, choosing to get sober is one of the best and most important decisions you’ll ever make. If you are thinking about getting sober, you should always seek professional help. Staying accountable and dedicated to your …
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Michael Herbert
Cocaine is a widely abused drug, with 5.5 million Americans using the substance in 2018. Cocaine is a powder substance derived from the coca plant that produces extreme euphoria and heightened energy. Crack cocaine, however, is a rock-like substance that derives from cocaine. Because of this, crack and cocaine are very similar. Out of the …
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Michael Herbert
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that many individuals suffer from in America. Many people begin struggling with ADHD during early childhood, however, adults can be diagnosed with ADHD as well. This condition causes difficulty concentrating and problems with impulse control, which can severely affect an individual’s ability to function in daily life. …
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Michael Herbert
For many people, the holiday season is a joyful time of year filled with opportunities to connect and celebrate with family and friends. Holidays such as Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year’s Eve present opportunity for reflection, spiritual renewal, gift-giving and family togetherness. For many others, especially for folks in recovery from alcohol and substance …
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Michael Herbert
The traditional form of addiction treatment is centered on the individual. People who are struggling with addiction will attend a personalized addiction treatment program that focuses on personal coping mechanisms, emotional regulation, and replacing negative patterns of behavior with positive ones. While this is all beneficial, it only helps the individual recover. Oftentimes, patients relapse …
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Michael Herbert
