Drug toxicity refers to how poisonous or harmful a substance may be. This happens when a person has too much of a drug in their bloodstream, leading to adverse effects on the body. It may occur when too high a dose is given or the liver and kidneys can remove the drug from the bloodstream.…
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Are you feeling a bit down this autumn? There are several fall activities that can improve your mood. We are here to provide a few fall activities to fight depression. Going out and enjoying life can help improve your mood. However, sometimes professional help is needed. If you or a loved one are in need…
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Anxiety can take over your life, but there are many ways to fight it. There are several self-care activities to help anxiety from overwhelming you. At Oceanfront Recovery, our anxiety treatment in Laguna Beach, California, understands the complexities of anxiety and provides the tools and support necessary to help clients develop healthy coping strategies. We…
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Adderall is a type of prescription stimulant. It is prescribed most often in response to ADHD because it sharpens attention, helps people focus, and reduces impulsivity. Its effects make it a popular drug to abuse. But misusing Adderall comes with negative consequences, chief among them the possibility of developing an addiction. While Adderall is stabilizing…
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Anxiety and depression are both common mental health disorders. Many people experience just one of these disorders. But some people suffer from both anxiety and depression at the same time. Treatment options are available whether you have one of these disorders or both. Finding the best treatment for anxiety and depression can take time. People…
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Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in America today. Some people struggle with depression periodically or even seasonally, with symptoms worsening in the winter months. Others suffer from chronic depression that lingers and potentially deepens over time. If a friend or loved one is living with depression, it can be difficult…
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Getting benzo help for an addiction may seem intimidating. It can be hard to know where to start. Often, a benzo addiction begins with a prescription. Benzos are widely prescribed for anxiety, panic disorders, and sleep disorders. Common types of benzos include Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, and Ativan. These medications do provide symptom relief and help…
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Cocaine addiction can devastate a person’s life. The physical, mental, and emotional toll it takes can be heavy. People with cocaine addiction often lose their job, damage close relationships, and suffer physical and psychological side effects that decrease quality of life. The answer for this type of substance abuse is to access cocaine help through…
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Many people drink alcohol at a wide variety of levels. Some may only have one or two drinks, and some may only drink on special occasions. Others still will develop unhealthy drinking habits. The biggest trouble with those habits is that they often lead to alcohol dependency or addiction. Alcohol addiction can have many ill…
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When you’re struggling with a substance abuse disorder, it can be difficult to break the individual habits that brought you to addiction on your own. Professional help is sometimes necessary for you to learn how to break the patterns of addiction. The patterns that you are operating within can be detrimental to your health, and…
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