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Drug Rehab Can Bring Your Life Back

Drug rehab often encounters a strong negative connotation. The aura around the whole situation is somewhat taboo and awkward at best; drug rehab means that someone has a problem, and that they need help beyond themselves to take care of it. (more…) Popularity:... (more...)

Posted on Apr 6 2008 | 0 comments | Written by jgold454

Avoiding Triggers in Addiction Recovery

One of the most important things that people suffering from alcoholism and drug addiction must do in order to maintain recovery is avoid the triggers in their life. Without doing so, relapse becomes much more likely. Triggers are things in the individual’s... (more...)

Posted on Mar 21 2008 | 0 comments | Written by jgold454

You are Unique

Each person is unique. This isn’t exclusive to drug abusers. But it does affect them differently. They have unique methods of use. They have unique places to pick up. They have their own routines and schedules that keep them satisfied. This need... (more...)

Posted on Mar 20 2008 | 14 comments | Written by jgold454

What Is Recovery?

“Recovery” is a term that is thrown around a lot when talking about addiction treatment, but what does it really mean? When is a person in recovery? When is an addict actually recovered? The answer is that this word doesn’t begin at a single point... (more...)

Posted on Mar 17 2008 | 1 comment | Written by jgold454

I Can Quit Anytime

Most individuals suffering from drug abuse refuse treatment programs. They often believe that they are capable of quitting any time they want to. Denial of the magnitude of their addiction is a big factor. It’s very difficult to admit that you have... (more...)

Posted on Mar 16 2008 | 0 comments | Written by jgold454

Drug addiction: A Difficult Opponent

Drug addiction is a difficult opponent. Make no mistake about the word, opponent. It is working against you, and it has been from day one. Your drug dependency has a real head start because in the beginning you probably worked right along with it. It... (more...)

Posted on Mar 13 2008 | 0 comments | Written by jgold454
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