Sober living

This program provides clinically appropriate, high quality, methadone treatment for opiate-addicted injection drug users, giving them the chance to begin and continue a successful recovery. Together with the Community Substance Abuse Center, the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is able to offer primary care services and work to stop the spread of HIV…...

Rather, it evolved gradually as researchers and clinicians grappled with the limitations of earlier, more narrow approaches. In the 1970s, George Engel proposed this model as a way to understand health and illness more broadly. It wasn’t long before addiction specialists recognized its potential to shed light on the complexities…...

Drinking on duloxetine influences the production of the same chemicals in the brain and, hence, can amplify each other’s side effects while reducing the effectiveness of the antidepressant. It can have serious effects on your body, especially when mixed with other substances such as alcohol. You may find that combining…...

When combined, the danger increases, particularly if you consume numerous beverages at once. Cymbalta is a drug used to treat a major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, and central sensitization. In addition, if a person has a severe intolerance to the medication, the small initial dose of…...

Write about the things you truly enjoy doing and see if you can refine those thoughts to break through and figure out what might work best for a future career or hobby. Food addiction is a serious problem for many people and often starts with drug or alcohol addiction. There…...

The abuse or misuse of EPO can also trigger serious autoimmune diseases, causing the body’s immune system to attack healthy cells. Blood doping through transfusions also increases the risk of infectious disease, such as HIV/AIDS or hepatitis, which is when the liver becomes dangerously inflamed. The primary medical use of…...

If you’re looking for the best programs to quit drinking, the method you choose will depend largely on your personal circumstances and the health benefits you seek. Options include self-help programs, online therapy, medication-assisted treatments, in-person therapy, counseling organizations, and support groups. Common alcohol withdrawal symptoms can include nausea, shaking,…...

It may seem that relapse is the last thing that could happen to you, but the truth is they are very common for people new to recovery. Staying sober requires a person to dive deeper and begin unraveling why they were using the substance, their triggers for relapse, and how…...

Despite the difficulties, this journey can be empowering, and freeing your loved one from addiction to pursue healthier relationships and personal growth is a necessary change. Just as a plant requires sunshine, water, and tender loving care to flourish, we also need these essential elements to grow as individuals, especially…...

It might help to set goals and reward yourself when you reach them. Dealing with alcohol withdrawal is a challenging process, and it’s crucial to understand the potential severity of symptoms and the need for medical intervention. This is particularly true when the symptoms are severe and potentially life-threatening. Despite…...