Inhalant addiction is something that’s often overlooked. When people think of addiction, they think of someone misusing prescription drugs, indulging in illicit drugs, or binge drinking alcohol. Not many people would suspect that a can of whipped cream on the second shelf of the fridge would be a substance that would be abused. Therefore, this […]
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Attempting to quit smoking tobacco without help can be a major challenge. Nicotine is a highly addictive drug found in a variety of tobacco products. Many individuals have tried to quit and failed due to intense tobacco cravings. Because of intense withdrawal symptoms, it can be incredibly difficult for an individual to discontinue using tobacco
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While the spotlight is often placed on the use and abuse of opioids, concerns regarding benzodiazepine use must also be brought to attention. Benzodiazepines create feelings of calmness and are often prescribed to treat short-term insomnia, anxiety, and seizures. Although benzodiazepines are intended for short-term use, many individuals may find themselves engaging in benzodiazepine misuse
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It is quite common for individuals to face great confusion after receiving a dual diagnosis from a mental health professional. An individual may first start by questioning whether the onset of their substance abuse was due to their mental health condition. On the other hand, they may wonder if their mental illness was encouraged by
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Substance use disorder (SUD) and eating disorders often seem like two separate struggles. One centers around drugs or alcohol. The other focuses on food, weight, or body image. But, research and clinical experience show that these two conditions are deeply connected—often overlapping in ways that complicate diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. At 12 South Recovery, we
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To prevent family members and other loved ones from developing substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction, it helps to become educated about the risk factors for substance abuse. While there are many reasons why people choose to use drugs, it is imperative to understand that once a person is exposed to the chemical effects of
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Over the last several years, vaping, particularly the use of e-cigarettes, has become one of the most popular forms of substance use among adolescents and young adults. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), “E-cigarette use among youth remains a top concern for the FDA.” This is due to the health and social
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Alcohol and drug use have many inherent health risks and dangers. Understanding these dangers is imperative not only for those who use drugs and their loved ones but also for everyone. Substance use impacts the lives of people everywhere. Currently, our nation is facing an opioid epidemic and associated fentanyl crisis. This epidemic is triggering
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Cocaine is a dangerous and potentially deadly illegal drug. Living with cocaine addiction without receiving professional treatment can be detrimental to an individual’s mental and physical health. Cocaine addiction can negatively affect many different aspects of an individual’s life. A person may use cocaine to gain confidence, increase energy, and create euphoric effects, which can
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No one wakes up one day and decides to become addicted to opioids. Opioid use disorder (OUD) simply happens. Maybe opioid addiction started from spending time with a certain crowd. Perhaps an individual suffered a tragic accident and was prescribed opioids to reduce severe physical pain. Some individuals misuse opioids to self-medicate due to a
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