A 12-step call is a meeting held by a group that follows the 12-step program, a set of guiding principles for recovery from addiction, compulsions, or other behavioral issues. The 12-step program is based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and it is used by many different self-help groups, including Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and […]
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A Comprehensive Guide to Rehab In 2020, a total of 91,799 people died in the United States due to overdosing on drugs. Drug and alcohol addiction remain serious problems in the country. If you or a loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, you’ve likely experienced some of the addiction’s consequences. In fact,
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What Is Benzo Withdrawal? Benzo withdrawal is a severe and often life-threatening condition. Benzos are sedatives that doctors can prescribe to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions. Benzos work by binding to receptors in the brain that help control anxiety and stress levels. Benzos can effectively reduce anxiety symptoms when you take them as the
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Of course it’s not easy to talk to someone you love about their addiction. There are plenty of reasons why. It’s awkward, hard to address, difficult, heavy and/or terrifying. Maybe you’re afraid of their reaction. Maybe you think there’s a chance it could ruin your relationship. Whatever reason you have for being hesitant to address
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