Addiction is a debilitating disease that has the potential to alter a person’s neurological reward system chemically and cause physical, emotional, mental, and financial harm. A person doesn’t develop an addiction immediately, though; instead, they are likely to develop substance use habits over time, often without realizing what is happening before it is too late. … Breaking Down the Cycle of Addiction
For many who struggle to articulate what they feel, or even understand those feelings themselves, art and creativity can serve as a translator. Music in particular has a sensational ability to help listeners stop racing thoughts and make sense of the moment and what they are experiencing. Legacy Healing Center recognizes this profound impact and … Songs for Recovery to Keep You Going
Addiction is a very serious disease that can have several devastating effects on a person’s life. It can lead people down a dark path that becomes increasingly more difficult to break away from with time. Despite the gravity of such a situation, it may surprise some to learn that constant seriousness is not the only … The Benefits and Downfalls of Humor in Recovery
Kratom is a plant-based product that has been used as a dietary supplement, a way to increase energy, and a way to manage pain. While kratom has been used safely for centuries by people in Southeast Asia, there is concern about the potential overdose when used in high quantities or in combination with other substances. … Can You Overdose on Kratom?
It looks like candy….it tastes like candy….but it definitely is not candy. It is pink meth. At our rehabilitation center, we want to make sure that you are aware of what pink meth is and how it came about. At Legacy Healing Center, we offer a crystal meth addiction treatment program to help those battling … Pink Meth: The Reality of This Fruity Form of Meth
WCocaine is a drug, most often bought and used illicitly though it is sometimes used as an anesthetic in surgery, that has been used for centuries for its stimulant properties. This drug has a number of street names that are used to describe it in the context of illegal drug use. Our rehabilitation center wants … Nicknames and Street Names For Cocaine
For some people, regular drugs are not enough. Instead, they look for a stronger high and more pronounced effect with their drug use. If this is the case, they may turn to designer drugs. If you are curious as to what designer drugs are, at our rehabilitation center, we have the answers you are looking … What Are Designer Drugs?
The use of addictive substances can be traced back to the earliest human records. In fact, pathological use was described and discussed as early as classical Antiquity, while many problems associated with substance abuse that we are facing today were first observed in the 17th century.1 The history of addiction treatment stems back ages and … The History of Addiction Treatment
Many people in recovery from addiction might be mourning the loss of friends or family who succumbed to an overdose. Others may be experiencing grief from the loss of loved ones. Unfortunately, grief from losing someone to addiction can lead to substance abuse or worsen symptoms of an existing addiction. Those struggling with substance abuse … The Relationship Between Grief and Addiction
The California sober lifestyle has become quite popular in the past several years as an attempt to reduce harm, meaning quitting addictive substances such as heroin, alcohol, or methamphetamine and replacing them with what some consider to be “less harmful” drugs like marijuana. While some people can moderate their use of certain drugs, attempting a … What Does California Sober Mean?
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