Understanding Addiction in the Elderly
When an older adult is clearly drinking too much or abusing drugs, we tend to have one of two responses: But both of those…
December 20, 2024
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When an older adult is clearly drinking too much or abusing drugs, we tend to have one of two responses: But both of those…
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It’s certainly true that recovery from addiction can happen both close to home and further away. But it’s also true that there are advantages to…
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Drug and alcohol addiction remains one of the most misunderstood, under-diagnosed healthcare-related problems facing the Unites States today. While it’s true that we’ve come a…
Many people still view addiction as a moral failure—even after years of studies and research that tell us it’s a disease. But that’s not the…
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Although we’ve come a long way in understanding addiction, there is still a stigma attached to it. While most people now see addiction as a…
At the beginning, painkillers seem to offer so much—a profound sense of physical and mental well-being. But once addiction happens, the slide begins. You can…
Statistically, there is a large overlap between addiction and eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. About half of people with eating disorders…
Most people who struggle with addiction also struggle with another mental health issue, typically depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or antisocial personality disorder….
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If you are struggling with addiction and co-existing disorders, a radical acceptance approach could help you cultivate a healthier mindset as you pursue sobriety. The…
You’re not always going to say the right thing. But you can try. When someone you love is recovering from a substance use disorder, you want…
Recovery from a substance use disorder is a life-long process. As such, occasional relapse is not uncommon; an estimated 90% of people in recovery for…
Regular exercise is an essential component of optimal physical and mental health. Countless studies have found that exercise helps regulate mood, improve focus and concentration, enhance sleep quality, increase…
Tranquilizer addiction isn’t widely covered in the media, but it is nonetheless a worrying trend. When unaddressed, tranquilizer misuse can lead to severe consequences, including…
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Throughout the country, all of us are still trying to adjust to the new normal created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that the vaccine is…
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For many, Thanksgiving is a time for family, delicious turkey dinners and sweet pumpkin desserts. But for others like your loved one who is working…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted our lives in a lot of ways – including how much we invest in protecting our immune health. From mask…
There’s the stereotypical alcoholic in television shows and movies who is portrayed as the “villain” or screw up – and then there’s people in real…
The pleasure we feel from a tasty food, a sexual experience or a surprise gift comes from what has been coined the “reward center” of…
There’s no question that traumatic events have the ability to change the way victims see themselves and the world around them. Whether someone experiences trauma…
Ten numbers and a quick press of the “send” button. That’s all it takes to reach an addiction treatment center like The Raleigh House and…
Taking a bite of a fluffy cake topped in decadent buttercream frosting tastes delicious. So delicious, in fact, that we undoubtedly come back for seconds….
Addiction can feel like a wrecking ball, incapable of slowing down or being stopped once it picks up momentum. If you’ve failed at putting an…
Every once in a while, there’s a story that hits the local news about someone who managed to quit their addiction cold turkey. You may…
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There are plenty of personal traits you have no control over. When you’re born, the natural color of your hair, how tall you are and…
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