Category: Sober living
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Substance Abuse and Addiction in Older Adults
Lack of social support, which often increases with age, can increase the risk for and worsen the course of, SUD. Housing, the built environment and other neighborhood characteristics also can be powerful determinants of substance use and access to treatment. Developing and implementing evidence-based approaches to social determinants of health will be key to improving…
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What Is A Halfway House What to Expect, Benefits, Rules & More
In addition to their oldest child Taylor, the two have continued to co-parent Brayden after their divorce. In the past, Tarek has described their son as “a ball of energy” and the “sweetest boy with the biggest heart.” Since then, he has turned his life around and found love with Selling Sunset’s Heather Rae El Moussa, who he married in 2021 after more than…
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How to Get Sober: A Guide to Sobriety
Only someone who looked very closely would have seen the tape and string. My addiction to overachieving meant I got straight As at school, followed by a first in English at university. I even won a prestigious scholarship to take an English MA. In fact, from what we know regarding the causes of dry drunk…
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Marijuana Addiction Effects, Withdrawal, Treatment
High doses can produce a temporary psychotic reaction in some users. Use of the drug can also worsen the course of illness for patients who have schizophrenia. A series of large, longitudinal studies also shows a link between marijuana and the development of psychosis. Up until the 1990s, cannabis used in clinical trials was inhaled…
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Alcohol’s Effects on the Body National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA
No amount of alcohol consumption can be considered safe in pregnancy. Alcohol is quickly transferred from the mother’s bloodstream to the fetus by the placenta and umbilical cord. Alcohol can be toxic to the developing baby, not only in the first three months of pregnancy when important organs are developing, but at any time, as…
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Aspirin and Alcohol Together: Potential Interactions and Side Effects
Therefore, it is crucial to consider the potential risks and exercise caution when combining aspirin and alcohol. If you have any concerns or questions regarding the interaction between aspirin and alcohol, it is recommended to consult your healthcare provider. They can provide personalized advice and guidance based on your specific situation. As mentioned earlier, mixing…
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Alcohol and Headaches Symptoms, Causes, and More
There are some health benefits to moderate alcohol consumption, but the key is knowing what types of alcohol cause your headaches, in what amounts, and what other factors might be involved. Staying hydrated and keeping alcohol consumption to a minimum can decrease the chance of experiencing a headache. Individuals who experience severe headaches after drinking…