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What Is the Drug DMT? Here’s What You Should Know

Last updated on August 12, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Although less common than other hallucinogenic drugs, like magic mushrooms or LSD, DMT is an internationally listed Schedule I drug that causes rapid and intense psychedelic highs, which can include visual and auditory hallucinations. Unlike other illegal substances, DMT is not necessarily … [Read more...] about What Is the Drug DMT? Here’s What You Should Know

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What Happens to Your Brain When You Stop Drinking? Here’s What You Need to Know

Last updated on July 27, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Alcoholism is a chronic and severe disease affecting nearly 15 million Americans aged 12 and older yearly. Whether you’ve been addicted to alcohol for days, months or years, it can affect your entire body, from how you look and feel to how you act and everything in between. In fact, one of the … [Read more...] about What Happens to Your Brain When You Stop Drinking? Here’s What You Need to Know

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5 Signs Your Body Is Detoxing

Last updated on June 10, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Drugs and alcohol can take a significant toll on your body. From physical and mental changes to those that affect your emotions and overall well-being, they cause detrimental long-term effects long after the highs and lows of the substances are over. Becoming sober is a monumental feat and a step … [Read more...] about 5 Signs Your Body Is Detoxing

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How to Stage an Intervention for an Alcoholic

Last updated on May 6, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Alcohol is a common beverage at restaurants, social gatherings and events. Although it is very much a part of our mainstream culture, it can cause a lot of harm for many individuals, especially those who become addicted to it. In fact, alcoholism is a serious disease that affects nearly 15 … [Read more...] about How to Stage an Intervention for an Alcoholic

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The Four Types of Bipolar Disorder

Last updated on April 8, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Mood changes are a normal part of life, but if you experience ones that seem to go from one extreme to the other, it may be an underlying sign of a more serious mental health condition, such as bipolar disorder. Affecting nearly 5.7 million American adults, bipolar disorder is a relatively common … [Read more...] about The Four Types of Bipolar Disorder

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5 Myths About Drug Addiction and Recovery Uncovered

Last updated on March 12, 2022 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

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Substance use disorder, more commonly umbrellaed as “addiction,” is one of the biggest public health crises of modern times. In fact, overdoses due to addiction are the top cause of accidental death in the United States, killing hundreds of thousands each year. The worst part? Only 1 in 10 people … [Read more...] about 5 Myths About Drug Addiction and Recovery Uncovered

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What Is the Opioid Epidemic?

Last updated on August 20, 2021 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

The opioid epidemic, or opioid overdose crisis, is one of the greatest public health problems in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, largely due to the opioid … [Read more...] about What Is the Opioid Epidemic?

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How to Quit Benzodiazepines

Last updated on July 22, 2021 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Benzodiazepines, sometimes called benzos, are a class of psychoactive drugs that act as a depressant to lower brain activity. They are often prescribed to treat conditions like anxiety, sleep disorders and seizures. The most prescribed benzodiazepines include Valium®, Xanax® and Klonopin®. … [Read more...] about How to Quit Benzodiazepines

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Foods That Boost Your Mental Health

Last updated on June 24, 2021 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Foods That Boost Your Mental Health

Did you know our thoughts, feelings, beliefs and attitudes can positively or negatively affect how well our body functions? Perhaps even more interesting is that what we do with our physical body (what we eat, how much we exercise and even our posture) can impact our mental state. The mind-body … [Read more...] about Foods That Boost Your Mental Health

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Five Things to Do This Summer to Help With Drug Recovery

Last updated on May 17, 2021 by Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Five Things to Do This Summer to Help With Drug Recovery

Many people look forward to lazy summer days, barbeques and family get-togethers, but those in active recovery may feel added pressure to drink or use substances in these social settings. The best way to maintain your drug recovery during the summer is to have a plan and stick to it. Tips for … [Read more...] about Five Things to Do This Summer to Help With Drug Recovery

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