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Can I Go to Rehab Instead of Jail?

Yes, in many cases you can go to rehab instead of jail. However paying for going to rehab versus jail is something you must be prepared for. If you have medical insurance from an employer it may cover 90 days of inpatient treatment. 90 days of inpatient treatment is typically what is required for

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Substance Abuse and Divorce

Substance abuse has become an epidemic in the United States, to the point where over 24.5 million people struggle with some form of addiction. While addicts suffer from an illness, the people in their lives including family and children suffer as well. Studies show that nearly 25% of American children are exposed to substance

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6 Standard Roles in an Addicted Family

With over 24 million people addicted to drugs or alcohol in the United States, a surprisingly large number of families are home to addicts. Having an addict in the family, no matter their role, has a significant impact on the health, structure, and hierarchy of that family. Close-knit families often suffer the worst, especially

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What is an Interventionist?

An intervention works to persuade someone with a drug or alcohol problem to seek help. Successful interventions are structured, solutions oriented, and well-planned, with the goal of showing love and caring to a person with substance use problems and using that as motivation to get them into rehab. Unfortunately, most families and loved ones

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What is Kratom?

Kratom is a plant originating from Southeast Asia with a long history of use in traditional medicine and herbal remedies. The plant, which has opium-like narcotic effects, is used as both a narcotic painkiller and a stimulant to increase energy, which most would consider natural considering the plant’s relation to another

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Estate Planning for Addicts

Given the current epidemic of addiction in our society, it’s natural that many families have a child who is addicted to drugs or alcohol. Estate planning for addicts can be emotionally and mentally difficult, because you likely do not want to disown your child. However, as responsible parents, you likely want to ensure that

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Benzodiazepine Addiction: The Prescription Drug That Can Ruin Lives

Benzodiazepines are a commonly prescribed prescription drug used to treat a wide variety of issues including anxiety disorders, agitation, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, panic attacks, and much more. These drugs are sold under brand names like Valium, Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, and Librium. They’re also so common that nearly 13.5 million people, roughly 5.6% of

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7 Ways to Have Summer Fun Without Using

Most people who have never used or experimented with drugs or heavy alcohol use would probably laugh at the idea of not knowing how to have fun, but for a recovering addict, that question is normal and natural. Drugs, including prescription medicine, change the way you think and behave, because they stimulate your brain,

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How Exercise Helps You Stay Sober

Recovering from an addiction to alcohol can be demanding and difficult, especially as you work your way back into your life and career. However, as you do, there are plenty of supports and tools you can use to help. Exercise is one of those tools because it helps you to fight cravings and offers

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