Drug addiction can take over your body, making it nearly impossible for you to quit. Sadly, trying to stop may trigger painful withdrawal symptoms that you may struggle to suppress. So when going through rehab, you need to ask, “How long does it take to detox?” Sufficiently answering the question gives you the best chance of recovery.…
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With the holidays right around the corner, many people in recovery may face some difficult days ahead. Around the holidays, people who have a history of substance use often struggle at this time of year. However, with the right support and structure in your life, you can have a sober Christmas and New Year. Why Are…
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Is alcohol a stimulant or a depressant? People often say that alcohol puts them in a good mood. They feel happier. Alcohol causes relaxation slowing down both reflexes and brain activity. Because of this, there is confusion about whether alcohol is a depressant or a stimulant. In actuality, it falls into the category of a…
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Dual diagnosis is a term you often hear in both drug rehab and mental health facilities. But what is dual diagnosis and its treatment? Is there some secret method that needs to be followed by a dual diagnosis treatment center New Hampshire, clients often ask us. We will be exploring these questions today. What is…
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Addiction to benzos can be a very troubling situation. These drugs cause a multitude of changes in your body’s chemistry that make detoxification particularly painful and challenging. Therefore, you must understand the typical benzo withdrawal timeline. Doing so can help you prepare for the demands of this experience and avoid any unnecessary suffering. In most…
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They can come as evil twins, or they cause enough destruction on their own to warrant our attention. The prime culprits behind issues like addiction–depression and anxiety–and they have teeth. For anyone who has never dealt with depression and anxiety, count yourself among the fortunate few. If you struggle with addiction, depression and anxiety could each…
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Addiction is a combination of psychological and physical dependence. Some symptoms of each overlap, so what is physical dependence? A combination of things occurs within the body and the brain, which makes walking away from drugs or alcohol difficult. This difficulty is often downright painful. Let’s take a closer look. Body and Brain Changes in…
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Withdrawing from a drug can be a scary experience. The professionals at Granite Recovery Centers can help with Xanax withdrawal treatment in New Hampshire. Below is more information on the Xanax withdrawal timeline. While withdrawing from taking Xanax, knowing what to expect can make the experience less scary. Xanax Withdrawal Timeline There are a variety…
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There is a great deal of media coverage regarding overdose deaths. For those who aren’t as knowledgeable about drugs and their effects, it can be difficult to know what drug overdose symptoms to look for. This is important information to become aware of because it could be a matter of life and death for your…
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You may have started hearing about fentanyl more often lately. What is fentanyl? Intended to treat the pain from diseases such as cancer, fentanyl is a synthetic opioid. It is fifty to one hundred times more powerful than morphine. This drug started as legal. Today fentanyl is mainly a pain reliever for people no longer…
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