A glass of wine after a long day of struggling with the kids seems like a logical step. You need that glass of wine to ease your mind and help you relax. This is what wine mom culture is. It is a social media trend in which moms seem to bond over the use of…
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There are dangers when any two drugs are combined and used at the same time. Benzos and alcohol are two of the most worrisome, and yet it happens often. Alcohol is not always seen as a drug itself, but it does impact your brain’s function and adds toxicity to your body. For those reasons, it’s…
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Mixing substances, such as mixing cocaine, heroin, or benzos with alcohol or other drugs, is a very dangerous situation. The dangers of mixing substances depend on many factors including the types of drugs used, the amounts used, and your history of drug abuse. Yet, in every case, there is the risk of sudden death and…
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Have you heard about people using more than one drug to achieve a desired high? This is polysubstance abuse. If you are thinking about mixing drugs to reach the desired outcome, recognize, too, that this is a very dangerous process. At Wellness Counseling and Residential Detox, we provide you with the tools and resources to…
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The symptoms and signs of depression are very real and for people who experience them, they can also be extremely upsetting. You don’t have to live a depressed life, though. There are mental health treatment options available to you, so you can be free from depression and the health problems that can come along with…
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If you’re struggling with the signs of alcohol addiction, you should know that you’re not alone. A lot of people experience these issues, and there’s help to get you back on the road to recovery. You don’t have to deal with it all alone, or struggle without getting the help you need. At Wellness Counseling…
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If you’re concerned about the effects alcohol or drug abuse might be having in your life, you’re probably thinking about detox. But you should be aware of the dangers of detoxing at home. You won’t have medical help there if you need it, and that could put you in danger. Some people have serious reactions…
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If you’re finding that drinking is becoming a problem in your life, and you’re ready to quit, there’s help and hope available for you. The benefits of alcohol detox are significant and can let you move into recovery in a way that’s healthier and better for you and your future. At Wellness Counseling and Residential…
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Trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for individuals who have been impacted by a traumatic experience. CBT during residential or intensive outpatient programs can help individuals resolve a range of emotional or behavioral problems that often stem from trauma in their childhood or early adulthood. Therapy is effective in treating post-traumatic stress disorder…
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Another term related to alcoholism or alcohol abuse is alcohol use disorder. Treatment specialists use this term in reference to addiction being understood and widely accepted as a chronic disease. Alcohol use disorder treatment combines both evidence-based and holistic therapy to address the disease and help the client pursue lifelong recovery. Treatment may include an…
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