What are ‘Percs’?

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Percocet, commonly known as a “perc,” is a powerful opioid pain medication made from two main ingredients: Oxycodone and acetaminophen. Prescribed by doctors, Percocet helps patients with moderate to severe pain. Although the drug is intended for short-term use, because of its potency, individuals can become addicted. Prescription opioids are very effective medications.

Getting the Most from Addiction Counseling

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More than 10% of people in the United States deal with a substance abuse disorder or co-occurring disorder each year. Addiction and substance abuse disorders can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, background, or education. The cause of addiction is unknown, which means that anyone is at risk of developing a substance abuse disorder when … Read more

Structured Sober Living Can Keep Your Recovery On Track

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For many people living with addiction, rehab offers the chance to learn the skills needed to live life without using drugs or drinking. The structured environment of rehab allows people to practice sobriety in a safe, comfortable setting with the support of staff and peers. After leaving rehab, some people struggle with the transition and … Read more

What to Look for in a Holistic Treatment Program

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Because everyone’s journey with addiction is different, addiction treatment must also be flexible and adaptable. Treatment can not just end with physical detox. Instead, it must include elements designed to help people understand those things in their life that contributed to their addiction. They must learn skills that help them manage their lives without feeling … Read more

Finding an Alcohol Rehab Near You

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Alcohol addiction negatively impacts a person’s physical, mental, and social health. It also affects their family and community. Overcoming addiction to alcohol can be challenging since drinking is part of our culture. Advertisements, social gatherings, celebrations--the triggers to drink are everywhere. While many people may try to give up alcohol independently, most people require treatment … Read more

Benefits of Having a Sober Summer Vacation

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As the weather warms up and summer approaches, you probably want to start planning get-togethers and trips with friends. A lot of the time, summer plans might include food, fun--and alcohol. But if you are in recovery, your summer plans might be a little different. Whether it’s your first sober summer or you have been … Read more

What Is a High Functioning Alcoholic?

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Alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction is a common substance use disorder. In the past, alcoholic and alcoholism were used to refer to what treatment professionals now call alcohol use disorder. Like an addiction, alcohol use disorder is complex, and there are degrees of dependency. While struggling with addiction, some people can mask their condition so … Read more

3 Common Types of Addiction Counseling

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Working towards lifelong sobriety doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, it is a process that requires support, vulnerability, and an investment of time and energy. When you struggle with addiction or substance use, finding the right treatments to meet your needs and work with your schedule is important. It is also important to think about your values … Read more

Seeking Treatment for Oxycodone Addiction

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Doctors frequently prescribe oxycodone to treat pain. Its most common brand names are Oxycontin, Percodan, and Percocet. Oxycodone is effective at relieving pain when used for a short period. However, oxycodone is an opioid and can be very addictive. Some people who start taking oxycodone for pain may continue to use it or may begin … Read more

Making Sense of Sobriety

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What is sobriety? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the definition of sobriety is simply not being intoxicated. Furthermore, the manual explains that sobriety is more about the absence of drinking problems, not about abstinence. This distinction between abuse and abstinence is important in the field of addiction treatment. What … Read more

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