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How Anxiety Fuels Substance Abuse: Breaking the Cycle
Everyone gets anxious from time to time. An important work meeting, family strife, a long list of to-do’s—there are many situations and circumstances we commonly encounter in life that can lead to anxious thoughts and feelings. But for some, anxiety can be a daily companion, regardless of circumstances. When this
Exercise and Endorphins: Physical Fitness as a Tool in Recovery
When was the last time you went for a run, hiked in the woods, or lifted weights? Or even tracked your caloric intake and ate a nutritious meal? When you’re struggling with an addiction, your own physical fitness is probably one of the last things on your mind. Just getting
Treating Depression and Addiction Simultaneously: An Integrated Approach
Depression and addiction are both challenging struggles in their own right. However, some people can actually experience both conditions at the same time. Not only does this make your struggles more complicated, but it can feel like depression and addiction are controlling every aspect of your life. This makes it
Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders: The Link Between Addiction and Mental Health
While addiction and mental health disorders are in many ways separate challenges, they are both actually more connected than you’d think. In fact, many people with a mental health disorder will have an accompanying substance use disorder, and vice versa. When you have both an addiction and mental health disorder
Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Mississippi
The Ultimate Guide to Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Mississippi Substance use disorder is a major problem in Mississippi, as it is across the country. Substance abuse of all kinds, including alcohol, opioids and methamphetamine, has been on the rise throughout the Magnolia State. If you or someone you
Does Alcohol Abuse Cause Kidney Failure?
Can Alcohol Abuse Cause Kidney Failure? Alcohol consumption affects many different parts of the human body, and some of them can feel pretty good for a short while. Most people can have a few drinks without seriously impacting their health, but excessive drinking can have very adverse effects. Alcohol abuse
Mississippi Substance Abuse Statistics
Understanding Substance Use Disorder in Mississippi: Statistics and Treatment Options It can be challenging for individuals to recognize the need for treatment after using illicit drugs, prescription drugs, or alcohol. This difficulty arises from the fact that repeated substance use alters brain function, and these changes can persist for years,
Does Alcohol Abuse Cause Dementia?
Protecting Your Brain: The Link Between Alcohol Abuse and Dementia Is there a link between alcohol abuse and dementia? While there is often an emphasis on the effects of alcohol on the liver and cardiovascular system, the truth is that the impact of excessive alcohol on the brain can be
Can you do the 12 Steps alone?
Completing a 12-Step Recovery Program on Your Own If you are struggling with addiction, you may wonder what help is available. From in-person residential programs to group therapy, there are many options to help you achieve sobriety. Many people turn to the 12 Steps, a well-known addiction recovery program developed
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