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You may have heard of dopamine, the natural ‘feel-good’ chemical produced by your body. It’s common for people recovering from an addiction to experience lower dopamine levels, often resulting in a lack of motivation and happiness. This condition doesn’t have to be permanent – in fact, there are many natural ways to increase your dopamine […]
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What Is Adderall? Adderall is a medication made using a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine and is most commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a stimulant; therefore it increases your ability to stay focused and improve concentration. It can also treat certain behavioural disorders and sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. […]
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In this post, we outline 10 helpful steps to help you help a loved one suffering from alcoholism. Unhealthy alcohol use can range from mild to severe and can affect anyone. If left untreated, any type of alcohol abuse can become dangerous. The below advice will help you navigate the various obstacles that may be […]
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Alcohol, or rather ethanol, the active ingredient that causes a person to get drunk, is processed by the liver. The term ‘unit’ of alcohol refers to how quickly the liver breaks down the ethanol – one unit of alcohol takes one hour to process. A glass of wine, for example, contains 2.3 units of alcohol […]
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When faced with the challenge of quitting an addictive substance, there are many aspects of a person’s life that need to be considered. Addiction affects a person’s physical and mental health, often their finances, housing, and career. Addiction is also highly damaging to a person’s relationships. Along with this, there are usually many unhealthy relationships […]
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The terms Addiction and Dependence crop up quite regularly in the field of addiction, but what exactly do they mean? And can these terms be used interchangeably or is there a clear difference between the two? It is not uncommon in the medical or mental health arena for there to be confusion surrounding the definition […]
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What is Body Dysmorphia? Body dysmorphia, or BDD (body dysmorphic disorder) as it is often referred to, is a mental illness that causes sufferers to have a distressing or impaired judgement about their physical appearance. The flaws that people with body dysmorphia focus on maybe tiny or barely noticeable to others, and in some cases, […]
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It is a concerning fact that suicide has been among the leading causes of death in the U.S. for decades. Many warned that the pandemic could lead to the “perfect storm” of factors that would prompt a further, sharper increase in the steadily rising suicide rates. The economic stressors that come with closed businesses and […]
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Although it might be difficult to accept, it’s important to acknowledge that the history of a family and its dynamics can exacerbate a person’s substance misuse. It would be wrong to blame someone for another person using drink or drugs. However, it’s important to acknowledge that just as a family member can be a positive […]
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