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Dec 1, 2024

Triggers in Addiction Recovery

It’s estimated that more than 29 million people in the United States are suffering from alcoholism, also known as alcohol…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 21, 2024
What Is Considered Alcoholism and How to Identify It?

What Is Considered Alcoholism and How to Identify It?

It’s estimated that more than 29 million people in the United States are suffering from alcoholism, also known as alcohol…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 17, 2024
What Are Withdrawal Symptoms and How to Manage Them

What Are Withdrawal Symptoms and How to Manage Them

Withdrawal from addiction is never easy. It’s a very physically and mentally demanding process that can be difficult to navigate….

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by MCA Staff
Jul 12, 2024
Weed Withdrawal Fatigue – How Long Does It Really Last?

Weed Withdrawal Fatigue – How Long Does It Really Last?

Marijuana addiction is a topic that’s often not discussed, and when it is, it’s usually shrouded in confusion. Contrary to…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 4, 2024
What Causes Addiction – Understanding Root Factors

What Causes Addiction – Understanding Root Factors

Addiction is one of the most misunderstood diseases. Individuals who are struggling with addiction, along with the people around them,…

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by MCA Staff
Jul 1, 2024
Types of Addiction – Understanding Various Addiction Types

Types of Addiction – Understanding Various Addiction Types

Addiction is a disease that can manifest in different ways. Many people see addiction as being related only to substance…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 27, 2024
What Helps with Alcohol Withdrawal

What Helps with Alcohol Withdrawal

Alcoholism is a complex disease that is affecting the lives of millions of adults in the United States. Deciding to…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 23, 2024
How Long to Rewire Brain from Addiction

How Long to Rewire Brain from Addiction

The body goes through many changes and begins to adapt to addiction recovery. How the brain recovers and rewires is…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 19, 2024
How to Stop an Addiction – Proven Strategies

How to Stop an Addiction – Proven Strategies

Beating addiction is hard. There’s no question about it. Those who are living with addiction to drugs or alcohol may…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 14, 2024
What Does Alcohol Withdrawal Feel Like?

What Does Alcohol Withdrawal Feel Like?

There are more than 18 million people with an alcohol use disorder in the United States in need of treatment….

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by MCA Staff
Jun 10, 2024
Can You Sober Up Fast? Understanding Alcohol Metabolism

Can You Sober Up Fast? Understanding Alcohol Metabolism

Alcohol intoxication occurs when someone consumes alcohol at a faster rate than their body is capable of metabolizing it. Intoxication…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 6, 2024
How Long Does Opioid Withdrawal Last? 

How Long Does Opioid Withdrawal Last? 

Opioids are strong painkillers that are also highly addictive, and difficult to recover from. When detoxing from opioid addiction, it’s…

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by MCA Staff
Jun 1, 2024
What Does Relapse in Recovery Mean and How to Prevent It

What Does Relapse in Recovery Mean and How to Prevent It

When a person goes through addiction recovery, it’s often a hard-fought battle. The hope is that addiction is a thing…

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