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    A Guide to Methadone Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

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    A study from the National Institute on Drug Abuse shows that quitting a substance cold turkey is not always the most effective route to achieving long-lasting [...]

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    Substance Use vs. Misuse: Why Terminology Matters and How to Prevent an Addiction from Developing

    906 words|4.5 min read|

    Substance use and misuse are all too common, and their effects are severe. Here’s what you need to know about these terms, why language matters [...]

  • October Road Opens Outpatient Treatment Program in Stokes County, North Carolina

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    ALTOONA, PA – May 4, 2023 – Asheville-based behavioral health provider October Road announced today the opening of an outpatient treatment program in Stokes County, [...]

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    How Nutrition Plays a Crucial Role in Recovery Success

    928 words|4.6 min read|

    It’s undeniable — a substance abuse disorder is damaging to your health. With so many chemicals floating around in your system, it’s no surprise that [...]

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    Statistics of Alcohol Abuse in North Carolina

    624 words|3.1 min read|

    Addiction plagues every state in America on some level, and North Carolina is no exception. This state has the reputation of being an incredibly friendly [...]

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    Drinking and Driving Statistics You’ll Want to Know to Stay Safe and Sober

    728 words|3.6 min read|

    Getting behind the wheel after drinking sounds easy to resist. At the moment, though, you may make excuses for driving, such as not wanting to [...]

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    A Beginner’s Guide to Setting SMART Goals in Recovery

    834 words|4.2 min read|

    The SMART goals method refers to setting goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely. When you start thinking of the things you want [...]

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    How to Start the New Year with a Fresh Focus in Recovery

    882 words|4.4 min read|

    The New Year can be full of excitement and hope, giving people of all ages and in all walks of life the opportunity to foster [...]

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    Navigating the Holidays in Recovery

    892 words|4.5 min read|

    Recovery happens one day at a time, and anyone in recovery can tell you that each day brings unique challenges. Even during the holidays, when [...]

  • Senior couple in warm clothing and santa hat, woman covering eyes of old husband with a surprise gift for him. Loving old romantic heterosexual couple celebrating christmas festival together

    Identifying and Managing Holiday Relapse Triggers

    895 words|4.5 min read|

    Sadly, relapse is a part of the reality of the journey to recovery for many people. While estimates and studies vary widely based on the [...]

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    An Overview of Opioid Statistics in North Carolina

    697 words|3.5 min read|

    There is an opioid epidemic going on in America, one that has been steadily increasing since the late 1900s. Every state has its own statistics, [...]

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    5 Signs of an Opioid Use Disorder in a Loved One

    883 words|4.4 min read|

    Is your loved one on drugs, or just going through a rough couple of months? It can be difficult to identify if your loved one [...]