Adderall is a stimulant medication that is used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy in some patients. As a stimulant, Adderall is a high-risk medication because of the potential for misuse and abuse. Thus, you may wonder “Is Adderall addictive?” Adderall abuse leads to the need for Adderall detox centers and addiction treatment to recover from…
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The effects of drugs on the body are harmful. The substance addicted to, amount abused, and length of abuse all impact the severity of effects. At Tides Edge Detox, we strive to help clients break free from addiction physically in order to begin your journey of sobriety. Programs at the Florida detox center allow you…
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Understanding the Causes of Substance Abuse The causes of substance abuse can be hard to define, but most start with developing a dependence on the substance by accident. Sometimes substance abuse starts with recreational use of drugs or alcohol in an attempt to have fun or feel more comfortable at a party. In the case…
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Learning About the Elements of an Addictive Personality An addictive personality is not a specific diagnosis but can indicate you share common traits with others dealing with addiction. Although you may be more susceptible to developing an addiction because of your personality, this doesn’t mean you can’t overcome an addiction to substances. Personalities are complicated.…
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If you ask, ‘What are opioids?’, you will discover a class of drugs including illegal drugs such as fentanyl and heroin, as well as prescription pain medication such as oxycodone, morphine, and hydrocodone. Individuals abuse opioids all the time. In 2017, more than 2 million Americans misused prescription opioids, and it is a concern of…
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Learning About the Real Opiate Definition The true opiate definition is a drug that contains opium. As more people struggle with an addiction to opiates, treatment programs are opening to help meet the needs of clients. Doctors prescribe opiates legally in the form of oxycodone, Percocet, and other pain medications. But as tolerance builds, individuals…
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You might start socially drinking or using a drug with no intention of misusing the substance. Prescription pain medication can ease your pain after a surgery or injury, but eventually, you build up a tolerance. Once you start using more of the medication than you are prescribed, drug misuse begins. If you find yourself falling…
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When you are addicted to substances, the first step is to find the help you need to detox safely. At Tides Edge Detox, we get you started on your recovery through drug and alcohol detox in Florida. You will work with a counselor to develop an addiction treatment plan, and this helps you figure out…
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Taking that first step to seek help for an addiction problem can feel overwhelming. You may have lived in denial for a long time, or you may be like some, who knew they needed help but have been too afraid to take that first step. It takes courage to finally admit you need help, and…
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Knowing that a loved one is struggling with a substance abuse problem is heart-wrenching. It can hurt homes and destroy relationships. But no matter what it does to the family and home, you still love the person and want to see them get sober. It’s often the hardest thing to feel like you’re watching your…
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