Underlying Causes of Addiction
What Causes Addiction? When someone is suffering from addiction, it is a very dark and lonely time. Not only because of…
Read MoreHow Much Support You Get at Cliffside
Support is here When you enter a treatment facility, it is an extremely life-changing moment. You’re leaving behind old, bad habits…
Read MoreIs Being an Addict a Stigma?
The Stigma of Addiction Stigma is defined as “a mark of shame or discredit”. This is especially damaging to people suffering…
Read MoreWhy Get Treatment Away From Home
Take a break from the normal Let’s face it: you are ready to get help with your addiction because you need…
Read MoreTriggers to Avoid During the Holidays
Know your triggers A major part of a successful recovery process is knowing what your triggers are. During the holidays, it…
Read MoreWhat is Detox and How Long Should It Take?
What is detox? Detox is the very first step of recovery once someone enters treatment. When you have been abusing a…
Read MorePTSD and Trauma Leading to Addiction
If you feel as if your PTSD and addiction are linked, and your trauma is leading to addiction, chances are you…
Read MoreCan I Become Addicted To My Depression Medication?
What is depression medication? Depression medication, also known as antidepressants, are prescription medications used to treat moderate to severe depression. When…
Read MoreCo-Occurring Mental Health and Addiction
What Is a Co-Occurring Disorder? Updated on 05/20/24 The coexistence of both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse use…
Read MoreIs Addiction Hereditary?
Looking at Your Family History It can be widely speculated that addiction can be hereditary. If there are addicts in your…
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