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Prescription Opioids People often need prescription drugs to treat physical or mental health problems. However, many people abuse prescription drugs, including opioids. Prescription opioids, which treat pain, often act as a gateway drug to other opioids like heroin. Between 21% and 29% of all patients who use these opioids abuse…
Prescription Drugs Definition Substance abuse disorders are common in the United States. Americans regularly abuse and misuse prescription drugs. In fact, 18 million Americans misuse prescription drugs annually. The prescription drugs definition isn’t complex: prescription medications include all substances that can legally be administered and prescribed by your doctor. Unfortunately,…
Define Rehabilitation How do we define rehabilitation? Rehabilitation is a broad term that points to both the treatment for and recovery from addiction to alcohol or drugs. The purpose of rehabilitation is to address substance abuse, addiction, or dependency and find a solution for ending it permanently. The goal of…
Northern Illinois Recovery Center offers substance abuse disorder treatment for alcohol and drug addiction. We provide comprehensive detox, rehab, and aftercare to help you through every stage of recovery. Our licensed therapists combine evidence-based and holistic therapy that addresses both addiction and any mental disorders you may have. You can…
Do I have bipolar disorder? Find the answer to the question by reading our latest article below. One of the defining characteristics of the condition known as bipolar disorder is drastic mood swings that fluctuate between euphoria and depression. These mood swings, along with other symptoms, can affect a person’s…
Psychotherapy is a broad term for a range of treatments that help clients with addiction or mental disorders. While treatment professionals define psychotherapy in different ways, the goal is essentially the same: help clients recover from substance abuse and manage the symptoms of a disorder. Psychotherapy helps clients to look…
Klonopin is a benzodiazepine that doctors prescribe for seizures, convulsions, and panic attacks. The drug calms the central nervous system and slows down brain activity. While the drug is effective in treating these conditions, it is also highly addictive and can lead to long-term dependency and dangerous Klonopin side effects.…
Of all the forms of treatment available for substance abuse, individual addiction care provides the most direct type of therapy. During your sessions, you interact one-on-one with your therapist, as they guide you through every stage of recovery. Individual treatment offers a personalized approach designed to meet your needs and…
Deciding to get treatment for alcohol abuse is a key first step in healing from the disease of addiction. However, for many people, the next stage is detoxing. A natural process, detoxing is the body’s natural process of removing toxins while healing. Although detox is necessary, it can also be…
Mixing Xanax and alcohol can cause dangerous side effects and long-term health problems. If you are addicted to both substances, you may be at risk of severe medical issues. Read below to find out more about the dangers of alcohol and Xanax and what you can do about your addiction.…
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