Adderall is a stimulant that doctors often prescribe to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or narcolepsy. It works to focus attention, control problem behaviors, and improve listening and organizational skills. Unfortunately, its benefits and perceived allure have resulted in Adderall abuse being highest among college [...]
Thousands of people die from treatable addictions every year in the United States. This occurs despite the medical community having the tools and treatments to prevent many of these deaths. Unfortunately, too many people who could benefit from addiction treatment fail to seek help or [...]
Psychological dependence is the emotional and mental reliance on a substance. It generally appears as strong urges or cravings. Psychological dependence is nearly always present in people struggling with addiction, especially those struggling with an Adderall addiction. Weeding out a patient’s psychological dependence is core [...]
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid often prescribed for patients with severe pain, such as following major surgery, or those with chronic pain for whom other opioids prove ineffective. It is similar to morphine, except that it can be up to 100 times more powerful. This [...]
Recovering from addiction can be complicated. Recent data shows as many as half of people who participate in an addiction recovery program end up relapsing. Georgia Addiction Treatment Center understands addiction treatment is a process. Developing a long-term plan for avoiding relapse can be key [...]
Addiction is a complex condition impacting the brain and body. The longer a person uses drugs or alcohol, the more damage can occur. That’s why most people need extensive and comprehensive treatment delivered in many formats. Most people benefit from a group therapy program. That’s [...]
Summertime is often about having fun, spending time with friends, and relaxing. The days are longer, and the weather is more encouraging for activities like barbeques. Yet, it’s also a time when the risk of relapse is higher for those with addiction. If you have [...]
What will life after rehab be like? It’s hard to see what life could be like when you’re in the middle of addiction and the world around you looks challenging and hard to manage. Yet, for many people, treatment opens the door for healing, growth, [...]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Addiction is a complex disease. Like any other, it takes an individualized treatment plan to help a person to stop using. It takes time to repair the damage addiction creates, too. Treatment is possible and can be highly effective. Why, then, do so many people [...]
June is Men’s Health Month. It’s a time to encourage men and boys to focus on their health in many ways. That includes eating well and getting enough sleep. It also means addressing drug and alcohol use. For some people, a men’s rehab program may [...]
At Georgia Addiction Treatment Center, we understand that every person struggling with addiction is unique. That means that every person’s path to recovery must be unique as well. With more than 40 million Americans suffering at the hand of addiction, it is more important than ever that we address this crisis head-on.
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