The thought of quitting drugs truly scares those who consider beating addiction. Drug detoxification can be tough, but it most often is not the nightmare that many think it is. In fact, compared to the hell that is addiction, it is not very hard at all. What addicts should consider, however, is how truly happy [...]
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There comes a time in many parent’s lives when their child shows signs of addiction or substance abuse. Sadly, it happens more often that you may realize. NIDA reported that in 2010, teen marijuana use was at the highest since the 1980′s. It is frightening, confusing, and somewhat numbing, but it is imperative to take [...]
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Assuming that every detoxification and addiction recovery center is the same is a mistake. In fact, choosing some rehab centers can leave someone still very much addicted, only to another drug. Narconon is set apart from other types of rehabilitation centers for several reasons, but mainly because they do not substitute one drug for another. [...]
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The New Year may officially begin on January 1st, but a brand new year can be had with a drug-free life. Any day of the year can be the beginning of not only a new year, but a new life filled with possibilities. Instead of falling back into the negative thought process that “it can’t [...]
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The life of addiction, although filled with so-called highs, is far from happy. In all honesty, it is misery. There is the constant search for more drugs and money, conflict with loved ones, and that is only the beginning. Many addicts wind up homeless or incarcerated due to their addictions. The holiday season has probably [...]
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For most people, Christmas time is a joyous time of giving and spending time with friends and family. For addicts, however, it can be very miserable. Not only are they fighting their addictions, but they also often still do not want to be with family and friends. Holidays often cause much friction between alcoholics [...]
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Friends and family members are often the first to see the changes that occur in an addict. They often can’t understand the denial and tunnel vision that goes along with substance abuse. At times, trying to convince a loved one to go to rehab is like banging your head against the wall. The good news [...]
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Here is a list of 13 reasons that some addicts might give to escape going into rehab. Is there any common basis for the justifications? How might addicts be nailed down and persuaded that rehab is a good thing, and that they should go into rehab for treatment? 1. I am not addicted. I can [...]
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