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How to Find Holistic Drug Rehab Centers

Written on August 26th, 2010 by Frank JulienView Comments

Rehab centers specializing in holistic are the proven most effective in treating nearly every type of addiction. The primary ideology behind these facilities is based upon treating all addicts that check in for treatment, as individual human beings, instead of applying the mold of the typical 12 step program.

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The Danger of Alcohol and Addiction

Written on July 14th, 2010 by Frank JulienView Comments

Alcohol addiction actually stems from the body’s gradual ability to tolerate alcohol. That means that the human body actually loses its limit on alcohol consumption and the addiction to alcohol comes when an individual feels the need to drink alcohol on a regular basis

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Addiction specialists qualifications

Written on July 12th, 2010 by JanetView Comments

There are many alternative schools of thought as to what the roots of addictions might be, and many alternative therapies. When seeking holistic and alternative addiction specialists, the same principles…

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Drug Counseling 101

Written on June 2nd, 2010 by JFView Comments

It takes a certain type of person to be a drug counselor. Not everyone is cut out for the job. A genuine concern and understanding of the problem of drug addiction and those afflicted with it are a good start…

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How long does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

Written on April 23rd, 2010 by JFView Comments

Most people assume that all traces of cocaine are gone from their body within 1-3 days. However, depending on what test is being given, by-products of cocaine can be found in the system as long as 12 weeks or more. There are many factors that…

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How does Marijuana affect a Person’s Behavior?

Written on April 20th, 2010 by JFView Comments

While many people who have smoked marijuana may appear calm and “mellow”, their heart rate has increased greatly, as has their pulse. Their eyes become bloodshot and a dry mouth is very common. Marijuana also can damage short-term memory

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What should Friends know about Drug Addiction?

Written on April 16th, 2010 by JFView Comments

The first thing people notice in a friend who is addicted to drugs is their behavior. Drug addicts often begin to associate with different people (those who use drugs too). They also start to avoid family and old friends. A friend who has become addicted to drugs may seem lost, but they don’t have to be

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Helping a Brother to Get Off Drugs

Written on April 8th, 2010 by shailaView Comments

Throughout the rest of the year 2008 my brother was detained 6 times by police for under the influence but was not eligible for rehab because they believed he also sold drugs. I looked for help

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