How to Support Someone in Recovery over the Holidays
When patients leave Woodland Recovery Center’s addiction treatment programs, they often lean on their loved ones in early recovery to make it through difficult times. Family and friends can provide…
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3 Most Commonly Abused Painkillers
Painkillers can be an effective way to manage pain, but when misused, they can become extremely dangerous. Prescription painkillers are among the most commonly abused drugs in the United States,…
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What Are the Treatment Options for PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe mental health condition triggered by witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. Despite this condition’s daunting nature, a wide range of effective treatment options…
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How Anxiety and Addiction Are Connected
There’s a clear link between anxiety and addiction. Anxiety is a common feeling that often leads people to turn to substances as a way to cope. This can lead to…
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What Should I Bring to Inpatient Rehab?
Deciding to seek addiction treatment can be a challenging yet life-changing decision. When choosing an inpatient treatment program, knowing what to bring to inpatient rehab is important. It can help…
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Veterans with PTSD: What Are the Treatment Options?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can affect anyone who has experienced a traumatic event. Still, the prevalence is exceptionally high among veterans due to the nature of…
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What Are the Benefits of Sober Living?
Recovery from addiction can be a complex journey requiring patience, persistence, and courage. However, it becomes a lot easier to navigate with the right support. In that regard, sober living…
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Heroin Addiction: Dangerous Drug Combinations
Heroin, in its own right, is extremely dangerous. With a high addiction potential and an ever-growing accidental overdose rate, it remains one of the most destructive drugs. Unfortunately, when heroin…
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The Role Childhood Abuse Plays in Addiction
Content warning: this article contains information about childhood abuse which may be difficult for some readers. Child abuse has a proven connection to future drug use and addiction, a problem…
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Planning an Intervention for a Loved One
Addiction can seem like a never-ending cycle for everyone involved. Many people feel powerless as their loved one battles a condition that is hard to understand. When a loved one…
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