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    Adderall and Sleep: Tackling Sleep Deprivation and Addiction Risks 

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    Adderall is a medication often prescribed to treat ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and narcolepsy. While it can improve focus and attention, Adderall is also [...]

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    Understanding Relapse Dreams: What They Mean and Why They Occur

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    For many in recovery from substance use disorders, the journey to sobriety can be complex and challenging. While it often involves conscious efforts to change [...]

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    Understanding Stress Drinking and How to Curb the Habit 

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    For many, a drink after a long day seems like a way to unwind and de-stress. However, when reaching for a glass becomes the default [...]

  • Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder: Is It a Mental Illness? 

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    Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects millions worldwide, yet many people still wonder about its nature: is alcohol abuse a mental illness, or is it something [...]

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    What Does PTSD Look Like For Women?

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    Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition both men and women face. It is triggered by an acutely stressful event or prolonged situation. [...]

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    Is Addiction Replacement Dangerous?

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    When you break a bad habit or make a lifestyle change, it is usually in the pursuit of health and out of desire to better [...]

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    Can Addiction and Seasonal Affective Disorder Co-Occur During the Winter Months?

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    When the sun sets earlier and the temperatures drop, do you feel less like yourself? Are you more inclined to isolate during winter and struggle [...]

  • The Benefits And Challenges of Long-Term Rehab for Women

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    For recovering women, long-term rehab for drug or alcohol addiction offers numerous benefits and personalized programs to help them achieve sobriety in a safe and [...]

  • Alcohol Abuse in North Carolina: Alarming Statistics and the Need for Treatment 

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    Alcohol abuse remains one of the most pressing public health challenges across the United States, including North Carolina. The excessive consumption of alcohol leads to [...]

  • Going Back to Work After Rehab: Navigating Challenges and the Return-to-Work Agreement 

    960 words|4.8 min read|

    Returning to work after completing a substance abuse rehabilitation program can be a daunting process. While recovery marks a significant milestone, returning to the workplace [...]

  • How Addictive Is Alcohol? Why It’s So Easy to Become Dependent 

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    Alcohol is one of the most consumed substances in the world. Drinking is woven into social gatherings and celebrations and is a tool to unwind [...]

  • Fun Sober Activities to Enjoy in Jacksonville, NC: Embracing Life in Sobriety

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    Maintaining sobriety is a lifelong journey that often requires significant lifestyle changes, including rethinking how to spend your free time. Engaging in fun, fulfilling and [...]