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Many people rely on benzodiazepines for years to help them deal with anxiety, insomnia, seizures, or other conditions for which this class of sedative drugs has been prescribed. It is not uncommon for these users to become physically dependent. The line between dependence and addiction is a fine one. In either case, if the dosage…
How can a prescribed medication meant to make you feel less anxious and improve your quality of life end up being dangerous? First, benzodiazepines are not intended for long-term use. Second, the body can become dependent on a benzodiazepine even when used properly, as prescribed. When you realize that benzo withdrawal symptoms begin if a…
After identifying alcohol addiction as a disease, almost all the research conducted about alcoholism and its treatment focused on men. In the last few decades, more attention has been given to the different ways alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects women, and the treatment approaches that work with men do not necessarily work the same for…
Every year, millions of Americans abuse some kind of stimulant substance. Sometimes, these substances are illegal drugs like cocaine. However, abuse of prescription stimulants is also widespread. Women and men share some of the physical problems that come with stimulant abuse. However, women also have other gender-specific risks. If you are stuck in a pattern…
In the U.S., well over two million people have diagnosable problems with prescription medications. Some of these people are affected by damaging, non-addicted abuse. However, many suffer from a full-blown prescription addiction. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to avoid getting addicted to a medication. If you are already affected by prescription addiction in…
Alcohol addiction treatment is the safest, surest way to recover from serious alcohol problems. You may also need professional help even if you’re not addicted. In both cases, the recovery process takes time. Each stage of this process is crucial to stable and lasting recovery. If you’re suffering from alcohol addiction in Utah, Painted Desert…
Professional treatment is the best possible way to recover from the effects of addiction. If you’re searching for addiction treatment in Utah, you need to know how to find an effective rehab center. You deserve customized care that supports recovery from any substance, including drugs and alcohol. If you’re a woman in need of addiction…
There are many forms of mental health treatment. The only way to know if one treatment approach is more beneficial than another to you is to have a formal assessment. Yet, for many people, intensive outpatient therapy may be the ideal choice. This therapy option may allow you to live at home while receiving the…
Is drug addiction a disease? How can addiction be the same as heart disease or cancer? In fact, addiction is a disease because it’s progressive and can be life-threatening. For someone facing the difficulties associated with addiction, including physical pain and mental anguish, there’s no doubt this is a very serious condition. At Painted Desert…
Detox is the natural process in which the body removes toxins and other components from drugs or alcohol. It takes time, but this is the most effective way to cleanse the body. A holistic detox ensures that the process is natural and safe. For many people, this is critical to living a pure life and…