Heavy pot smokers often laugh at the idea that marijuana is addictive, even as they scramble to find more to smoke. And many of these users would get angry if forced to quit and would continue to use even if there were legal ramifications. This addictive situation may not be as bad as alcohol or…
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There are a number of telltale addictive behaviors you might exhibit when you are addicted to drugs or alcohol and don’t want others in your life to know. Whether you are concerned about your own substance abuse, or you want to know if a loved one is struggling with an addiction, behaviors can indicate that…
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Drinking and driving is a mistake more than 4 million adults make on occasion, according to NBC news. This number translates into a staggering 121 million times a year that someone is driving on the road when they shouldn’t be. Drunk driving results in almost 30 deaths per day as reported by the National Highway…
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Getting arrested when drunk or high while driving can be a challenging legal situation. However, many people get confused about the differences in DUI vs. DWI and how they are given out. If this situation has affected you, it is critical to thoroughly examine these differences to ensure that you understand your legal case. Furthermore,…
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Addiction treatment has gone through many changes over the years, most of which have been for the best. However, the 12 step program – one of the first care methods created – is still around. As a result, you may be wondering how a 12 step program helps recovery and whether this care option is right for…
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Psychiatrist vs. Therapist When you begin treatment for an addiction to drugs or alcohol, you might work with a psychiatrist and a therapist to address your specific addiction or mental health treatment needs. There are differences between a psychiatrist vs. therapist. A psychiatrist is a doctor that is focused on treating your symptoms with medication,…
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There’s a difference between oxycodone vs. hydrocodone, but both are strong prescription opioids that can lead to an addiction if prescribed for any length of time. Both medications are used for either acute or chronic pain and can be combined with acetaminophen for additional pain relief. Hydrocodone can also be combined with ibuprofen, while oxycodone…
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What is lean drug? This is a question asked when you hear about the substance with the street name Purple Drank or Dirty Sprite. It is a combination of substances, made with a combination of codeine cough syrup, hard candy, and soda. At The Ranch, we are ready to help you overcome an addiction to…
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Extreme anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, psychosis, death — these are only a few of the hidden dangers of designer drugs. If you haven’t yet used a designer drug, now is not the time to begin. These synthetic party drugs do everything except encourage a good time. In fact, they’re quite dangerous because only the shady chemist…
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The heroin addiction recovery rate is difficult to pin down exactly. In general, much depends upon the type and duration of treatment. Whether the client completes the treatment program for heroin addiction is another weighty factor. Studies have produced mixed results regarding the heroin addiction recovery rate, but some experts feel it may hover around 70 percent or…
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