By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 19, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 When people struggle with addiction to drugs and alcohol, it can affect every aspect of their lives. Using drugs and alcohol can harm people’s health, worsen mental health conditions, and makes it hard for them to have healthy relationships or…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 18, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Heroin is a highly addictive opiate drug that can be injected, snorted, or smoked. While using heroin, people experience a euphoric or high feeling and often feel calm or drowsy. Over time, heroin can have a profound effect on a…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 17, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Addiction to drugs can take its toll on your physical, mental, and social health. Many people find that quitting can be so uncomfortable that they keep using drugs to avoid it. Withdrawal is what happens when someone stops taking a…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 16, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Addiction is a serious condition that takes a toll on the physical and emotional health of the people who live with it. It is a condition that can be treated but never cured. People who live with addiction require comprehensive,…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 15, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 As people learn more about addiction and how it affects people’s lives, it has become clear that it is not simply a physical condition. Addiction affects the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. It causes physical damage, leads to strained…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 14, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Addiction affects about 1 in 10 people in the United States. It is a disease, but the causes and effects are not only physical. Mental health issues, trauma, or experiencing difficult emotions are all thought to contribute to the development…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 13, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Addiction to opiates, especially heroin, can be complicated to overcome. Most people require treatment from a heroin addiction rehab center to work through their addiction and learn the skills they need to live without heroin. After treatment, people who live…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 12, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 Abusing alcohol can take a toll on your body, including high blood pressure, stroke, liver disease, and a higher risk of certain forms of cancer. Over time, drinking excessively can lead to physical dependence or addiction. Many people require treatment…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: August 11, 2021 Updated: August 2, 2021 When you are ready to start addiction treatment, you will have many choices to make. From where to receive treatment, whether to choose outpatient treatment or a residential treatment center and what kinds of therapies you’ll participate in, these decisions…
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By Northern Illinois Recovery Northern Illinois Recovery Published: July 31, 2021 Updated: July 31, 2021 The abuse of opioids is an ongoing crisis in this country. Each day hundreds die from overdoses and related issues surrounding addiction. Treatment experts in the field are always looking for innovative strategies that will save lives. Medication-assisted therapy or…
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