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Adderall vs Meth: A Comparison

by serene | Jul 5, 2021 | Adderall, Methamphetamine

The idea of comparing Adderall vs meth seems absolutely absurd to most people. One is a medication widely prescribed to treat ADHD in adults and children, whereas the other is an illicit substance associated with the worst kind of drug addiction. No, the substances...

Effects Of Alcohol On Skin

by serene | Jun 15, 2021 | Alcohol Addiction, Health & Wellness

Drinking alcohol can make you feel more lively, free, and like you are the life of the party. Almost like alcohol is the lifeblood of fun. However, alcohol is also a toxin that vanity may not take kindly to. Why? Well, although the effects that alcohol has on the skin...

3 Tips for Dealing with Insomnia During Detox

by serene | May 26, 2021 | Rehab

The initial days of recovery from substance abuse and addiction are referred to as the detox period. Individuals who are detoxing may experience an array of physical and psychological symptoms that are unpleasant or challenging to cope with. One of the most common...

A Look at Bipolar and Alcohol Blackouts

by serene | Mar 26, 2021 | Alcohol Addiction, Mental Health

Researchers and medical professionals have known for some time now that there are many connections between substance use and mental health. However, alcohol and bipolar disorder have an interesting effect in common: blackouts. In recognition of World Bipolar Day on...

Is Quitting Alcohol “Cold Turkey” Safe?

by serene | Mar 18, 2021 | Alcohol Addiction, Recovery

In a world where nearly every home, restaurant, resort, and even nail salon has alcohol available, quitting is not easy. Some people chose to quit alcohol to lose weight, some do it for religious or spiritual reasons, some realize that their relationship with alcohol...

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The Link Between Alcohol And Hair Loss

Jul 20, 2021

The long-term effects of alcohol consumption are anything but beautiful. It dulls our skin, accentuates fine lines and wrinkles, robbing us of our youthful glow; it stains our eyes and our teeth yellow; it can make us appear bloated and blotchy. But drinking can also...

Slip vs Relapse: What’s The Difference?

Jul 14, 2021

Addiction is an all-consuming disease that can have us do, say, and think things we never would otherwise. It can cause us to abandon our instincts for self-preservation and ultimately turn us into a version of ourselves that we no longer recognize. It’s only natural...