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Ways to Get Involved During National Recovery Month in Massachusetts

September 6, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Recovery

National Recovery Month, sponsored and recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), was created with the mission to educate Americans that substance abuse treatment and mental health services can empower those with mental and substance use disorders to live a healthy and rewarding life. Over the past 30 years, the recognition […]

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Is Addiction a Disease?

August 28, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Mental Health

Many people share the same question today. That is, “Is addiction a disease?” Addiction is a complex brain disease with relapses, much like asthma, heart disease, and diabetes. The American Medical Association even recognizes the illness of addiction now, confirming that ending substance abuse is not a matter of willpower once addiction sets in. When

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What are Dabs?

August 25, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Marijuana

Legalization of marijuana led to a proliferation of pot shops. If you want to smoke weed, this is your time. But for some drug abusers, traditional cannabis intoxication isn’t enough. What are dabs, and are they dangerous? What are Dabs? A dab is a concentrate of THC, which is the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis. It’s

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Cocaine Withdrawal Symptoms

August 19, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Treatment Options

Cocaine withdrawal is a real thing. Although not as severe as heroin withdrawal symptoms, there are nevertheless signs. For some, they’re so strong that they keep using the drug. For others, they create cravings that they don’t know how to process. A Cocaine Withdrawal Timeline? Unlike with heroin or alcohol, there isn’t one timeline that

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Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms

August 13, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Heroin

Does this sound familiar? Every six to eight hours, like clockwork, you encounter heroin withdrawal symptoms. Initially, they’re mild, other times not so much. Sometimes, you fantasize what it would be like to ride it out and get clean, but you end up using again. Here’s what you need to know about how our substance

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How to Stop Smoking Weed

August 7, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Marijuana

Your friends said that pot wasn’t addictive. However, they were wrong. When you find yourself wondering how to stop smoking weed, you know you’re struggling with drug dependency. Rehab offers a solution. THC Addiction Creates a Powerful Habit Smoking marijuana is a form of self-medication for some. It relaxes them and helps counteract social anxiety.

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Long Term Effects of Percocet

August 2, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Drug Addiction, Treatment Options

Percocet is a well-known prescription pain medication. It’s actually a combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. The oxycodone is what makes the drug addictive. Once addiction develops, seeking addiction treatment center programs is the safest way for people to manage withdrawal and the long term side effects of Percocet. Without proper help, individuals could begin to

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Are PTSD & Addiction Connected?

July 20, 2019 / By Washburn House / Addiction, Mental Health, Therapy

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction have a strong connection to one another. It is common to have both conditions at the same time. Many people who have experienced trauma turn to substances as a way to cope. Those who have been using drugs for an extended period of time may develop PTSD due to

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