Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India, some say close to ten thousand years ago. The English meaning of the Sanskrit word, yoga, is union. Yoga was, and still is, used...
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There are a number of prescription drugs that are legal, when prescribed by a medical professional and used as prescribed, in the United States. Prescription drug abuse occurs when an individual ingests prescription...
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There are many similarities between drug addiction and eating disorders. Drug addiction is known to be a brain disease. When a substance is abused to the point of addiction, one’s brain has rewired...
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Methamphetamine is an incredibly strong, stimulant drug. The propensity to trigger addiction is heightened in an individual who abuses methamphetamines due to its highly addictive qualities. It goes by several names, some of...
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Benzodiazepines happen to be one of the most frequently prescribed drugs in the United States. Some of the most widely known benzodiazepines that are used in today’s society are Xanax, Valium, Ativan, and...
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There is always a risk of relapse for an individual struggling with substance abuse or addiction after the completion of a treatment program and throughout one’s sobriety. In fact, drug addiction and alcoholism...
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Substance abuse in the workplace can take shape in many forms. The phrase “functional alcoholic” or “functional drug addict” is thrown around in today’s society. This notion of “high functioning” while intoxicated does...
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It is not uncommon for individuals who struggle with substance abuse to let one’s hygiene, sense of self, and practice of safe sex to fall by the wayside. Additionally, in order to feed...
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There is a common misconception that simply because a doctor has prescribed a certain type of medication there is an unspoken implication that there is no risk of addiction. This, however, is grossly...
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There is a myriad of reasons why regular exercise is beneficial for any person. Exercise is especially important for individuals who find themselves in substance abuse or addiction recovery. Part of treatment for...
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