In the middle of the 20th century, it was hard to know what to do about drug addiction when they did not have the resources we have today. The foundations of drug addiction treatment came from The Narcotic Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, which was a government-funded program and rehab for those struggling with addiction. By […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
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It is natural for some people to feel like a failure or have low self-esteem. It is another thing if these feelings of inferiority take over your life and make it hard to function. It is important to go to treatment if you are suffering from an inferiority complex so you can learn that it […]
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Loneliness is not an issue that should be taken lightly as it can cause heart disease, stroke, dementia, and depression. With people being more comfortable posting their thoughts on social media, a new study showed how people who post about relationship problems, substance abuse, sleep issues, and mental health are revealing their loneliness. By paying […]
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It is easy for doctors to get access to the medications that they prescribe to their patients. If you are suffering from addiction, however, having access to opioids puts you in a troubling position that involves stealing which can cause you to lose your medical license. Dr. Brandon Ross was a doctor who was able […]
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It can be tough and demanding to be a construction worker. It can be even more challenging when your job causes you to succumb to addiction. It is important for construction workers to seek help for their addiction so that they can have a clear mind and optimal performance for work. Study Reveals Addiction Among […]
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Overcoming addiction can take a very long time to do. It took Kevin Alter, who created the popular addiction recovery blog “The Addict’s Diary,” over a decade to recover from his. By learning about Kevin Alter’s journey, other people struggling with addiction will understand that addiction recovery is not an easy road to follow but […]
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Texting anxiety is when you experience distress while waiting for a reply from a text or if you got a text message that you found alarming. You cannot hear the tone of voice or see the person’s face in a text message which can make it easy to misinterpret them. By understanding the science behind […]
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Doctors normally recommend that you exercise two to three times a day for at least half an hour to help with depression. But, what if you do not have the motivation to do so? Find a personalized way to make it easier on yourself to exercise, it will be part of your new routine to […]
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Tens of millions of Americans are suffering from substance abuse disorders. The government is aware that the opioid crisis is killing millions who do not know where to turn to. Having the White House create a website to help connect those who want to be in recovery to treatment centers will make a big difference […]
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Karie Fuget lost her husband, an American veteran, to opioid addiction. He felt so ashamed of his addiction that he did not seek out treatment. Fuget believes that the administration should address the shame and trauma that accompanies addiction to prevent more veterans from losing their lives. How Did Cleve Fuget Develop an Opioid Addiction? […]