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The opioid crisis in the United States is on the rise, and according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), data from 2018 indicated that approximately 130 Americans died of a drug overdose daily. With the numbers increasing gradually, there is a need to mitigate the menace in the country. Suboxone, a prescription drug …

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a global organization founded by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith in 1935 in Akron, Ohio. It was founded to assist former alcoholics undergoing recovery on their pursuit of sobriety. It is also the largest alcohol support organization worldwide as well as the oldest. Alcoholics Anonymous has also motivated the rise …

Overcoming addiction does not stop once you detox. You have to continue with the recovery process through rehab and aftercare programs. Committing to the recovery process can be challenging. When you leave a detox facility, your progress will largely depend on your choices and dedication. Getting the right rehab assistance is vital to ensuring you …

Any individual undergoing addiction treatment needs ongoing support to ensure they achieve long term recovery. You may join various support groups to help you cope with the various stresses, triggers, and cravings. Individuals may attend such groups during or after outpatient treatment.  The members of these groups do not display any judgment and genuinely give …

Alcohol use disorder (AUD), also referred to as alcoholism, is characterized by alcohol consumption that results in physical and mental issues. When an individual can’t control their alcohol consumption, abuses alcohol excessively, or tends to feel emotionally distressed when not taking alcohol, he/she is said to be an addict.  Alcoholism ranges from moderate to intense …

There are multiple reasons why people decide to quit alcohol. The goal of living a healthy lifestyle is a common reason. It is also essential for individuals with liver complications to give up alcohol. People under medication are as well advised to forgo taking alcohol to prevent any negative reaction between the alcohol and their …