Whether you even realize it or not, you hear and see a lot of things about drugs, particularly heroin, that aren’t true. TV and movies make smoking look like a cool thing to do, but it’s not. Because these myths about drugs are so common, you may not have all the vital information about drugs. […]
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The question, “Is marijuana a gateway drug?” comes up a lot for those who aren’t sure about the effects of cannabis. Some believe it’s a “soft” drug that doesn’t cause any harm. However, some think it’s harmful due to its addictive qualities. According to data from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), the
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Often, the barrier that keeps individuals from pursuing a life in recovery is the knowledge that the first step—withdrawal and detox—is mentally taxing and physically and psychologically demanding. The detox process can be very painful. It can even create or exacerbate risks to your health. This is especially when you attempt it without medical supervision
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When you or someone you know is finally at the point of seeking professional help for substance abuse the next steps can be overwhelming as you learn about the addiction treatment options available. Deciding the best route out of active addiction and into recovery will be rocky. What factors are most important? Beyond knowing if
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Opiate addiction, opiate withdrawal and misuse have been at an all-time high in the last decade. For varying reasons, opiates flooded the black market as the number of prescribed users rose. In turn, deaths due to opioid overdose continue to increase. At this point in the epidemic, we perhaps all know someone who has lost
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In our health-conscious and beauty-focused culture, we know that the decisions we make each and every day affect our physical and mental health. Diet and exercise are among the top two areas promoted when it comes to healthy living practices. However, in reality, sleep practices are just as interconnected to physical and mental wellness. In
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What is Mindfulness? There is often a common misconception that “mindfulness” means stopping all thoughts and emptying your mind, which is nearly impossible to achieve. The truth is that mindfulness does take practice, but it is so much more than meditation. It is a way of life. Mindfulness is about increasing our ability to
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Does it ever feel like when you look back on your week, you aren’t sure what you even did? The days might seem like they blur together into a foggy haze, or maybe it’s the opposite? You find yourself rushing from one task to the next, wishing for more hours in the day. Each day
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2020 has been a challenging year for many of us. Adjusting to a new reality, life online, and new ways of working, learning, eating, shopping, and socializing has undoubtedly taken its toll. Being kind to your body is one of the best ways to combat the effects of stress due to COVID-19. In reaction to
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Diet and exercise have long been the staples of healthy living. Fad diets and exercise regimens are founded on a central truth—diet and exercise can change your body. However, what the fads fail to teach us is that in order for us to create lasting impacts, we need to have one more essential component: a
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