Addiction is considered to be a chronic dysfunction in the brain that causes an individual to become dependent on a specific substance or activity. It involves reward, memory, and motivation and can cause compulsive behavior without worrying about the potential consequences. Once an addiction develops, many people begin to have a lack of self-control and […]
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When you talk to people who have completed a detox program and ask them what it was that prevented them from getting help sooner, many will say they were afraid of withdrawal symptoms. Truthfully, withdrawal from drugs or alcohol is not an enjoyable experience. Drug withdrawal describes the symptoms your body goes through when you
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People of all ages and classes can struggle with addiction. For those on the lower end of the economic scale, the ability to get help when needed will be limited. Additionally, those who struggle with dual diagnoses are more likely to go undiagnosed in a lower-income household with limited access to healthcare. Understanding How Social
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Many people need medication-assisted treatment (MAT) when they go through addiction treatment. This is widely used with substance use disorders involving both drugs and alcohol. Certain medications are used to ease the symptoms of withdrawal, which could otherwise be unpleasant and even dangerous. There are two medications available for helping people curb opioid addiction: Subutex
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Medical detox allows you to recover from the use of drugs or alcohol in a controlled setting. It’s a safe alternative to help you kick the habit that minimizes the effects of withdrawal. Getting rid of all the remnants of drugs in your system is the best way to tackle addiction, as these drugs are
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When you\’re working towards sobriety in a long-term rehab facility, it can be challenging to be away from your loved ones in a new setting. Although there are days when you\’re busy with group therapy sessions and counseling, you\’ll still have a lot of downtime to yourself. Learning how to stay busy is crucial to
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It is possible for people who drink alcohol to underestimate the amount of alcohol they drink. Surveys find that people may think they drink up to 40% less alcohol than they do. Sadly, similar surveys show that people who consistently over-drink understand the dangers of overconsuming alcohol. Ironically, these same individuals do not see themselves
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Most people don’t look forward to drug tests, but they are still one of the most effective ways to find out if someone is struggling with managing an addiction. At some point, just about everyone will need to do a drug test to obtain a job or prove that they weren’t under the influence at
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Over time, your body develops a physical dependency on drugs and alcohol when you use these substances frequently or in large amounts. Chemicals from your substance misuse can also linger in your body for a period of time even after you stop using them. Drug detoxing involves allowing every last trace of these substances to
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When you think about getting help for your addiction, it seems like too many barriers are in your way. You don\’t know what the right program is for your problem. You think staying away from the source of your addiction will be too hard. You are sure your family won\’t be able to get by
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Seacrest Recovery Center New Jersey is a substance abuse treatment center located in Eatontown, NJ. We utilize both traditional and holistic therapies and are comprehensive in our approach. Our treatment plans are customized for each individual based on their presenting issues. By developing a comprehensive individualized treatment plan for each of our clients, we are able to create a therapeutic environment that fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and well being.
