What are the types of trauma associated with addiction? Trauma is a contributing factor in the development of many forms of addiction. Often, people abuse alcohol and other drugs because of an underlying mental issue. Drugs and alcohol are how many people deal with shame, [...]
No one sets out with the intention of falling into the trap of addiction. Often it happens through forces that are well beyond our control. No matter the reason, when substance use turns into a disorder, it’s time to seek addiction help from a professional [...]
An overdose (OD) on drugs can happen to anyone who abuses substances, including those trying drugs for the first time. Whether it’s opiates, cocaine, or other prescription and illegal drugs, overdosing is a very real and dangerous possibility. Knowing drug overdose symptoms will help you [...]
Mack Cook, the Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor at Georgia Addiction Treatment Center, is living a life beyond his wildest dreams. Growing up in West Atlanta in a neighborhood known as The Bluff, Cook dealt with active addiction for 32 years. During that time, he was [...]
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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