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Addiction Recovery: Meditation for Beginners
“Quiet the mind, and the soul will speak.” – Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati The practice of meditation may seem intimidating at first but it is actually one of the most powerful and…
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Detox: Discover Four Strategies for Optimal Sleep
Using these four healthy sleep habits, you can get the rest you need on your journey to better health. It may seem tempting to sleep in on the weekend, but don’t. You can…
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Tricks to Becoming a Fitness Enthusiast—Even If You Hate the Word “Exercise”
plan your workout for early in the morning. As the day gets busier and energy levels dip, you are more likely to skip exercising in favor of other tasks. 2. Choose a workout…
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Sexual Dysfunction: An Often Overlooked Side Effect of Addiction
According to the National Institutes of Health, alcohol is the most common cause of erectile dysfunction due to its depressant effect. However, marijuana, amphetamines, barbiturates, and heroin have all been known to cause…
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New Report Shows Dramatic Rise in Overdose Deaths
Opioid Rates Show a Troubling Trend Opioid overdoses are of particular concern, having killed 13,486 people in 2014. Opioids are a class of medications that includes pain relievers such as hydrocodone (Vicodin), oxycodone…
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“Phubbing” Indicates Growing Rate of Internet Addiction
Is Internet Addiction Real? Internet addiction doesn’t have a biological basis like drug or alcohol addiction. However, that doesn’t mean it can’t create real problems. An inability to set reasonable limits on the…
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Shutting Down Inflammation May Aid in Addiction Recovery
Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle Steps Psychotherapy, exercise, and sound nutritional practices may reduce inflammation in the body. Sacrificing a few of your favorite foods and focusing on property nutrition and supplementation is one of the…
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Red Flags that Your College Student Is Becoming an Addict
What Substances Do College Students Abuse? Alcohol is still the most commonly abused substance among college students, although the National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that daily marijuana use among college students is…
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Health Insurance Companies Fight Back Against Painkiller Abuse
While these precautions may create a bit of an inconvenience for people who have a legitimate medical need for prescription opioids, they are becoming necessary to protect the public good. According to the…
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5 Myths About Addiction that Might Be Keeping You from Seeking Help
Stories of people who’ve gotten sober after losing their jobs, homes, and families have a certain dramatic appeal, but rehab works no matter where you are in your addiction. In fact, getting sober…
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