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What to Expect from Drug Withdrawal
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What to Expect from Drug Withdrawal

With drug abuse on the rise, the number of Americans seeking rehab has increased. While rehab is an excellent choice for anyone looking to break the cycle of addiction, the process isn’t fun and games. There are side effects one should be prepared for when facing the prospect of drug withdrawal. Some symptoms of withdrawal are nearly...

Adderall Withdrawal: What are the signs and symptoms?
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Adderall Withdrawal: What are the signs and symptoms?

Adderall is one of the most widely used drugs on American college campuses. In many cases, it’s used to help fuel late night study sessions and to increase productivity in students. But sometimes, Adderall use can get out of control and spiral into addiction. When that happens, some people may either try to get off the drug or...

7 Signs it’s Time You Checked in to Los Angeles Drug and Alcohol Rehab
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7 Signs it’s Time You Checked in to Los Angeles Drug and Alcohol Rehab

There are around 2.1 million drug-abuse related emergency room visits every year in the US. Roughly 1 in 10 Americans aged 12 or over struggle with an alcohol or drug issue. That’s 23.5 million people. That same source states that only 11% of them receive treatment. Statistics like these indicate two things: There is a significant problem with drugs...

The 5 Stages of Drug Detox and How to Prepare for Treatment
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The 5 Stages of Drug Detox and How to Prepare for Treatment

It’s estimated that more than 114 people die as a result of drug overdose every day in the country. But this problem can be easily treated with rehabilitation and drug detox. To start living a drug-free life, you must go through the dreaded stages of drug withdrawal. But you shouldn’t be afraid of anything! Identifying and understanding the...

10 Things to Expect from a Detox Facility in California
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10 Things to Expect from a Detox Facility in California

Have you been considering attending a detox facility?  Today, one in ten Americans over the age of twelve reports suffering from a drug or alcohol addiction. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of addicts seek treatment for overcoming their addiction.  For many addicts, attending a detox facility is the first step. This is where a medical aide will help the...

10 Common Withdrawal and Detox Symptoms and How to Cope
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10 Common Withdrawal and Detox Symptoms and How to Cope

In 2017, more than 70,000 Americans died of drug overdose. Those who survived didn’t necessarily have a great experience either. Drug addiction carries a whole host of problems. It tears apart families, can lead to unemployment, and can even land you in jail. And yet for so many people, the thought of getting clean is a pipedream....