Prescription drug abuse can sneak up without warning on anyone who takes medications for pain or mental illness. Many of the medications that people take for pain or mental illness are narcotics, which come with a risk of addiction. There are others who are just looking for a way to get high and find easy…
DetailsMillions of people struggle with unresolved trauma, which leads to various issues in their lives. Some of them grapple with depression and anxiety, while others turn to drug and alcohol abuse. Many people end up dealing with a combination of problems, including mental health disorders and addiction. If you’ve been unable to move past some…
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With the legalization of medicinal and recreational marijuana, many people are asking: what is THC? By definition, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main mind-altering ingredient in the cannabis Sativa or Indica plant. THC is similar to the naturally occurring cannabinoid chemicals in the human body. In the US, marijuana is the second most used psychotropic drug…
DetailsAddictions don’t develop in a vacuum. There are many factors that can contribute to the development of an addiction. Sometimes, those factors include a mental health concern. For many individuals, a dual diagnosis treatment program like the one offered at Soledad House is the best way to overcome an addiction for life. The Goals of…
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It is one of the biggest questions anyone can ask: is my loved one struggling with depression? It pays to help someone who is depressed as this disease can lead to suicide if left untreated. In 2017, about 17 million adults in the US suffered at least one major depressive episode. Studies also discovered that…
Detailsyou’re struggling with substance abuse and addiction, a San Diego treatment center can help. You don’t have to wait as your disease gets worse. Professional intervention can help you remain sober and learn how to avoid future relapse. If you’re ready to work hard towards this goal, you can make a complete recovery in less…
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Opiate addiction is an epidemic in the US. In 2017, about 68% of all reported overdose deaths involved opioids. As such, it’s crucial to understand the opiate overdose timeline, as this knowledge could prevent you or a loved one from becoming part of the statistics. The three most commonly abused opioid prescription medications are morphine,…
DetailsAmericans suffer addiction to alcohol more than any other substance. This is why there are so many options for women’s alcohol rehab. The treatment program you choose is directly relative to how you’ll be in recovery. Women’s alcoholism treatment through a San Diego alcohol rehab may be the right choice for you. Women’s San Diego…
DetailsPeople who struggle with addiction don’t purposely set out trying to develop it. Even though they may make choices that eventually lead to drug and alcohol dependency, they’re no longer in control by the time addiction takes over their lives. Often, underlying mental health or behavioral disorders contribute to the development of an addiction. Unless…
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You know that your mental wellbeing takes a toll from drug or alcohol abuse. However, did you know that addiction and your physical health also have a connection? In times of outbreaks such as a busy flu season or the COVID-19 pandemic, you must attend carefully to your health, which includes giving up habits that…
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