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Overcoming Abstinence Violation Effect

by Justin Kunst | Dec 14, 2016 | Addiction, Rehab Aftercare

When a person relapses after a significant period of sobriety, they often find their substance abuse to be as bad as it was when they quit. In some cases, it may even be much worse. There are a few reasons that their use may spiral out of control in a very short...

Addiction Treatment and Life Expectancy

by Justin Kunst | Jun 7, 2016 | Addiction, Rehab Aftercare, Treatment

It’s no secret that life expectancy is a lot higher these days than it used to be. And while we usually compare the expected longevity of today’s populace to what it looked like centuries ago, we are still increasing at a slow yet steady rate. In fact, between 2000...

Why Treatment Instead of Prison Could Save Billions

by Justin Kunst | Apr 18, 2016 | Intervention, Treatment

We’ve spoken at length in the past about addicts and alcoholics with legal issues, and we’ve made copious mentions of the fact that those who commit drug-related offenses are sometimes asked to seek addiction treatment in lieu of a prison sentence. Those who do not...

Fentanyl and the Dangers of Recreational Use

by Justin Kunst | Apr 12, 2016 | Addiction, Rehab Aftercare, Treatment

Like many treatment centers, Amethyst has treated patients who were addicted to a wide variety of illicit substances. From barflies to heroin addicts, we have seen it all. But one of the more troubling developments in the addiction world over recent years has been a...

Fulfilling the Twelve Promises: Part 4

by Justin Kunst | Apr 8, 2016 | Addiction, Rehab Aftercare, Treatment

Last month, we noted in our article on the Third Promise that it was technically only one half of a longer sentence contained within Chapter 6 of the Big Book. The second half of that sentence has been turned into the Fourth Promise, which is much shorter than the...

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Is My Loved One a Closet Alcoholic? Signs To Look Out For

Feb 25, 2021

There are nearly 15 million Americans with an alcohol use disorder, a debilitating addiction characterized by a compulsion to drink at the cost of their health, career, financial well-being, and even their relationships. But not all alcoholics undergo the same visible...

The 9 Most Dangerous Complications of Alcoholism

Feb 19, 2021

Alcohol might be a legal drug, but that doesn’t mean it’s not dangerous. While temporary effects of intoxication might seem harmless, rest assured alcohol is wreaking internal havoc on your heart, liver, entire digestive system, ability to make decisions, and even...

The Health Consequences of Adderall

Feb 10, 2021

Adderall is a popular recreational drug, sought after due to its reputation as a cognitive booster. Distracted by the prospect of improved professional or academic performance, users often fail to realize that this stimulant also has a major effect beyond brain...