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Struggling to love an addict without enabling their addiction? Learn how to set firm yet compassionate boundaries with this proven tough-love guide. Discover the difference between helping and harming and take back control of your well-being today.” Love Shouldn’t Hurt You Loving someone struggling with addiction is one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a …

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Want to know how to support a loved one in rehab without overwhelming them or yourself? Discover what truly helps (and what doesn’t) during their recovery journey, plus expert-backed tips for setting boundaries, offering encouragement, and avoiding common mistakes.” Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be heartbreaking. But if they’ve taken the step …

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The Road to Recovery Starts Here Let’s be honest- deciding to go to rehab is a big step. One of the first questions I hear from people considering treatment is, “How long is this going to take?” And I get it. You have a life, responsibilities, and maybe even doubts about whether you really need …

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The Moment of Truth: Do You Need Rehab? Let’s be real—very few people wake up one morning and decide they want to go to rehab. But if you’re reading this, chances are a small voice inside you is asking: Do I need rehab? Are there warning signs I’m ignoring? Here’s the truth: If you’re even …

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Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that carry, boost, and balance signals between neurons (also known as nerve cells) and target cells throughout the body. These target cells may be in glands, muscles, or other neurons. Billions of neurotransmitter molecules constantly work to keep our brains functioning, managing everything from breathing to heartbeat to learning and concentration levels. They …

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6 Signs You Should Consider Addiction Rehab 1. Drug Use Has Become Your Main Priority One sign of addiction is when substance use becomes your focus. If the substance consumes your thoughts throughout the day and you spend increasing amounts of time, effort, and resources attempting to acquire and use the drug, you may be …

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Is My Addiction Bad Enough? When it comes to substance use disorders, it can be quite difficult to admit there may be a problem. When substance use and its eventual abuse begins to cause negative effects in your life, it is important to take time to reflect and review the objective facts that may indicate a …

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Substance use disorder (SUD) is a complex condition in which there is uncontrolled use of a substance despite harmful consequences. People with SUD have an intense focus–sometimes called an addiction–on using a certain substance(s) such as alcohol, tobacco, or other psychoactive substances, to the point where their ability to function in day-to-day life becomes impaired. …

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IS IT TIME TO SEE A THERAPIST? PROBABLY! It’s time to see a therapist. Psychotherapy, talk or talking therapy, counseling, or simply therapy — no matter the name it’s known by, mental health counseling can benefit people struggling with emotional difficulties, life challenges, and mental health concerns. WHY THERAPY? Therapy can help improve symptoms of …

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Think about it. Your brain is always “on.” It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathing and heartbeat, your senses — it works hard 24/7, even while you’re asleep. This means your brain requires a constant supply of fuel. That “fuel” comes from the foods you eat — and what’s in that fuel …

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