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What Is Chemical Endangerment of a Child?
Natural instincts tell us to ensure that our children are free of any danger that befalls them. Unfortunately, for those who have an addiction, these natural instincts can take a back seat to substance...
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Construction Workers and Addiction
For various reasons, certain professions lend themselves to substance abuse and addiction. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the construction industry has the second-highest rate of...
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Hormonal Balance and Alcohol Use
Hormonal balance is critical to emotional functioning, impulse control and general wellness. A variety of problems can disrupt the body’s hormonal system, which may result in many consequences,...
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Learning to Use Addiction Recovery Skills
Addiction is a disease that affects nearly all aspects of a person’s life. Relationships, dreams, physical health, memories, and self-esteem are all distorted and damaged by substance abuse and...
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Stress and Physical Pain Symptoms
Stress is more than an emotional problem, as it can cause physical complications like headaches, gastrointestinal upsets, insomnia and chronic pain. A growing body of research highlights the link...
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Avoidant Personality Disorder and Addiction
According to the National Institutes of Health avoidant personality disorder (APD) is a mental health condition in which a person has a lifelong pattern of feeling shy, inadequate and sensitive to...
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Dangers of Bath Salts from China
As bath salts become more popular, many dealers and users are looking to other countries to get their hands on this new street drug. A combination of stimulants, bath salts have proven to be one of the...
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Food Service Employees and Addiction
According to a 2007 report by The National Survey on Drug Use and Health, food service employees have the occupation with the highest rate of illicit drug use. This occupation also ranked third highest...
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Reward Deficiency Syndrome and Addiction
In rehab, you may learn about the latest research in what causes and treats addiction. There are a number of issues that cause addiction, and some of them are even genetic. Reward deficiency syndrome...
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What Is the Ritual Stage of Addiction?
Addiction is a disease that progresses through stages. This process takes time and eventually changes a user’s attitude, brain chemistry, behavior and personality. This is true even of addictions to...
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ADHD Pill Use on College Campuses
Millions of young people are given prescriptions for amphetamine-based stimulants to treat the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Paradoxically, these “uppers” actually allow...
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How Stress Increases Craving Behavior in Addicts
Stress is a powerful emotion that creates great tension in the brain. Drug and alcohol abuse provides instant but very short-lived relief of that tension. The brain recognizes this relief and uses...
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Pros and Cons of Decriminalizing Drug Addiction
There are pros and cons of decriminalizing drug use. This is a debate that has been raging on for many decades, and it is likely to continue for many more to come. Some of the pros of decriminalizing...
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What Is Robotripping and Why Is It Dangerous?
Many young people experiment with drug abuse, and many drugs are readily found in the home. It is uncomfortable to think that your own kids may abuse common household substances, but household drug use...
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The Connection between the Stress of Aging and Addiction
The transition into the golden years can come with new challenges, including dealing with the many changes that come with aging. During this time, many individuals begin experiencing stress related to...
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Chronic Back Pain and Alcohol Addiction
Chronic back pain often requires the use of prescription medications to keep pain levels under control. People who suffer from chronic back pain need prescription drugs to be able to function at normal...
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Chronic Back Pain and Painkiller Addiction
Prescription painkillers are wonderfully beneficial for many people who suffer from chronic back pain. While most people are able to use them for years without problems, these drugs do present a risk...
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Keeping Up in School While in Addiction Treatment
An addict will always find an excuse to avoid treatment, and college students have an easy out: Their class and study schedule. They ask how they could possibly find time to attend treatment while...
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The Connection between Behavioral Addictions and Substance Use Disorders
Behavioral addictions, such as an addiction to gambling or shopping, are characterized by consistent compulsions to participate in certain behaviors, regardless of the consequences. Those with...
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Social Rejection and Addiction
Humans are created with a need for social interaction and belonging. The noted psychologist Abraham Maslow created a hierarchy of needs in which he attempted to categorize the conscious and unconscious...
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