Addiction Blog

Therapist explains common DBT techniques to his clients

Common DBT Techniques

For decades, addiction treatment consisted of standard individual and group counseling programs. It was a rather simple approach to treatment, one that consistently led to ...
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Man benefitting from cognitive behavioral therapy techniques

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques

Many people who have substance use disorder are also diagnosed with a mental health disorder, as well. This is referred to as dual diagnosis. For ...
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Doctor explains potential treatments for drug abuse

Treatments for Drug Abuse

Drug addiction is a challenging dilemma that many Americans face. However, it doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor, young or old; this problem may ...
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Man asleep at his desk thanks to alcohol withdrawal symptoms

Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms

Alcohol use disorder is a critical problem in the United States with thousands of people affected every year. Many people die from alcohol-related injuries, illness, ...
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Man exhibiting clear signs of being a functioning alcoholic

What Are the Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic?

Alcohol is one of the most devastating addictions in our country. Yet, it doesn’t always get the proper coverage necessary. Of course, everyone is familiar ...
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Man going through severe cocaine withdrawal symptoms

Cocaine Withdrawal Symptoms

Made from the leaves of the coca plant in South America, cocaine has been a popular drug choice in the United States for many years. ...
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Woman struggles through the marijuana withdrawal timeline

The Marijuana Withdrawal Timeline

Marijuana is one of the most commonly abused substances in the United States. While marijuana is predominately viewed as a recreational drug, it can be ...
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Man in therapy as part of his relapse prevention plan

Relapse Prevention Plan Examples

When you or a loved one is receiving treatment for a substance abuse issue, a proper relapse prevention plan can greatly improve your treatment outcome ...
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Woman learning the relapse definition

What is the Relapse Definition?

If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction or a substance abuse issue, you may be familiar with the term ‘relapse.’ The relapse ...
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Man learning about mindfulness based stress reduction training

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Training

If you or a loved one is struggling with a substance abuse issue, taking the step to enroll in an addiction treatment program can feel ...
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