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Why Does Physical Dependence Occur With Drugs?

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It’s easy to understand why people abuse many substances. They can feel good, serve as a distraction, or take away the pain. But what’s actually happening when someone develops a physical dependence on drugs? It’s complicated. Understanding physical dependency is often the first step towards getting out of it. In the most serious cases, a…

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Enjoying Your First Sober Thanksgiving

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If you recently stopped drinking alcohol, or have recently completed an alcohol addiction treatment program or detox protocol, getting through your first Sober Thanksgiving with friends and/or family is an accomplishment to be proud of. However, before the celebration takes place, the party-like atmosphere needs to be experienced without a drop of alcohol. Here are…

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Alcohol Use Disorder: Understanding the Physical Effects of Alcohol on the Body

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Did you know that engaging in a fitness therapy program can be beneficial for battling alcohol use disorder, or AUD? The most reputable alcohol treatment facilities in FL are ones that engage you on a holistic level. That’s to say; they treat your mind, your body, and your mental state in addition to treating the physical effects…

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How Addictive is Alcohol? New Research Provides Better Insight

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How addictive is alcohol? For many, alcohol is highly habit-forming. Still, for others, it doesn’t seem to present the same attraction. Scientists are still struggling to learn why one person becomes addicted to alcohol while another doesn’t, but signs seem to point to the way alcohol reacts on the brain. Risk factors play a role…

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Startling Substance Abuse Statistics

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People understand that there’s a substance abuse crisis epidemic in America. We hear how people are overdosing at an alarming rate, and we often read stories about new designer drugs coming from other countries that have a lethal potency. However, how much do we know about these substance abuse statistics? We hear the stories, but…

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Morphine Withdrawal Symptoms

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Morphine is an addictive drug with a high potential for misuse, abuse, and dependency. It is also difficult and dangerous to withdraw from morphine on your own. If you’re looking for morphine addiction treatment in Lantana, Florida, then Lucida Treatment Center may be the right place for you to detox, manage morphine withdrawal symptoms, and address mental health…

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Xanax Withdrawal Timeline: What To Expect

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If you or a loved one are dealing with a Xanax addiction, it’s normal to be curious about the Xanax withdrawal timeline. If you’re looking for Xanax addiction treatment in Lantana, Florida, you’re in the right place. Withdrawal can be scary, and you don’t have to go it alone. At Lucida Treatment Center, we’re here…