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Recovery

Author: Will Long

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Anger Management

Learning to Cope with Anger

Learning how to cope with your anger is a crucial skill to have to avoid letting anger dictate your actions and potentially lead to substance

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Detox

Dangers of Benzodiazepine Withdrawal

Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are central nervous system depressants that can be helpful medications for treating anxiety disorders. A calming effect they produce can

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Drug Abuse

Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms

Xanax is a medication for anxiety and panic disorders but can also be highly addictive. If someone stops taking Xanax suddenly or reduces their dosage

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Drug Abuse

Signs of Xanax Addiction

Xanax, the popular brand name for the drug alprazolam, is a benzodiazepine or central nervous system (CNS) depressant prescribed to treat anxiety and panic disorders.

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Addiction

Treating Addiction and Trauma

Addiction and trauma often go hand-in-hand. Treating one without the other is often unsuccessful. Understanding the connection between the two is crucial to treat both

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Drug Abuse

Stages of Opiate Withdrawal

The stages of opiate withdrawal can vary from person to person but typically follow a timeline of approximately five to 10 days. During this time,

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Alcohol

What to Do After a DWI?

Driving under the influence is a crime responsible for thousands of deaths nationwide. After being arrested for driving while intoxicated from alcohol, prescription, or illicit

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