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Physical Effects of Alcohol Addiction

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 30, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Alcohol addiction has many potential consequences, including DUI charges, job loss, and broken relationships. While these are serious social impacts of alcohol abuse, there is typically less said about the long-term physical effects of alcohol addiction. If…

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Does PTSD Lead to Addiction Issues?

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 25, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 For many patients, traumatic events can lead to long-term mental health consequences. When survivors of violence or natural disasters develop a subsequent mental health issue, it’s called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Often, doctors see PTSD and addiction…

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Benefits of Seeking an IOP During the Holiday Season

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 22, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Many people enjoy the holiday season, but it can create stress and anxiety, sadness, frustration, and anger for some. In fact, according to DrugAbuse.com, 94% of people in recovery feel overwhelmed or moderately or severely stressed during…

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How Motivational Enhancement Therapy Can Change Addictive Behavior

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 19, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Addiction is a complex brain disease, and many people with substance use disorder (SUD) are ambivalent about receiving treatment. Specific counseling approaches like motivational enhancement therapy for addictive behavior can influence those with SUD to engage in…

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Symptoms of Cocaine Addiction

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 16, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Cocaine addiction can be difficult to spot initially. Symptoms of cocaine addiction may resemble the effects of experimentation or even simple recreational use early on. However, it doesn’t take long for a user’s body and mind to…

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Individual Therapy for Addiction in Las Vegas

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 10, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Addiction is a very common and complicated pathology to treat, as people who suffer from it don’t necessarily realize they have the condition. Denial or refusing to accept the truth about drug or alcohol use is a…

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3 Benefits of Trauma-Informed Therapy for Addiction

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 7, 2021 Updated: December 1, 2021 The correlation between trauma and substance abuse is strong. One can easily and quickly feed the other. Even though trauma and substance use can go hand-in-hand, trauma-informed therapy benefits are numerous and help people live healthier, happier…

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What to Expect in a Heroin Rehab Program in Las Vegas

Added By Sierra Sage Recovery Services Sierra Sage Recovery Services Published: December 3, 2021 Updated: November 30, 2021 Heroin is a highly addictive opioid. People using this drug can quickly develop a physical and physiological dependence and find it difficult to stop using. A comprehensive heroin rehab program in Las Vegas offers the very best…