September 4, 2019
Over the past few years, more patients have outreached CeDAR to address problematic or addictive patterns with the drug Kratom. What is this substance which has gathered national attention, specifically regarding regulatory concerns and safety? This article reviews the substance Kratom, how it affects the brain, and implications for someone in recovery. Read the full article.
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July 24, 2019
One of the most publicized topics in the news today is that of opioid overdose death, especially as it concerns the opioid fentanyl. What actually is fentanyl and how is this drug so dangerous? Learn about the scientific background of fentanyl.
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April 19, 2019
This article discusses the pros and cons of increasing the dose of a medication as compared to adding an additional medication. If you are taking medication and feel that you have hit a wall, this article may be for you. Click here to read this short article.
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December 14, 2018
As our third installment for articles regarding sleep and insomnia, we are going to review one of the most evidence-based approaches to treating insomnia through a therapy and behavioral intervention. Read the final installment of Sleep.
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November 14, 2018
This is part 2 of Sleep. Chronic insomnia is also a very common reported reason for someone relapsing on substances. The stress and agitation from poor sleep eventually wear someone down. What are the causes and what can I do about it? Find out here.
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September 21, 2018
I can’t sleep! Can I take something for this? I’ve never really been able to get good sleep. It takes me forever to fall asleep. Drinking helps. Having some basic understanding of the neurochemicals connected to sleep is very useful. Find out more. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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August 6, 2018
Since their inception one decade ago, electronic cigarettes are used by an estimated 9 million US citizens. It’s imperative that consumers understand the risk factors and medical data. Review the research and find out more. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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June 6, 2018
People can have a wide range of past treatment experiences ranging from highly positive to outright destructive and harmful. These past experiences really shape how you move forward (or don’t) in using treatment for your benefit. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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May 18, 2018
Addiction is a disease. The most common addiction is alcoholism and about 85% of inpatient rehab patients meet the criteria for this condition. The disease components seem to be the same from addiction to addiction, so these principles are easily transferrable to you if you have a primary opioid addiction or any other addictive process. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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April 26, 2018
The path of moving from early recovery to long-term recovery involves the concept of ‘building.’ Recovery Capital is a term used to describe assets helpful in preserving your abstinence from drugs and alcohol. Read about it.
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April 11, 2018
Treatment planning is a large component of what an addiction clinician does with people entering rehab. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment for long-term recovery, it all starts with building a solid treatment plan. Want to know more? LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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March 30, 2018
In the mid-1980’s, the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) started developing such guidelines to build more structure to the treatment matching process. Find out which level of care could be recommended for you. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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March 23, 2018
Many times people demonstrate patterns in a repetitive fashion but do not have much thought as to how the patterns actually unfold. Start a deeper dialogue and see how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect to one another to form consequences. AUDIO AVAILABLE
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March 14, 2018
It’s not always convenient or comfortable, and yet accountability has proven to be one of the most important ingredients for long-term recovery. Find out why and what you can do to create accountability in your own recovery.
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March 12, 2018
The benefits of recovery are so remarkable that you won’t regret it! But does that mean that you’re ready right now? Learn what to acknowledge in yourself to find out where you are in the stages of change. LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION
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March 8, 2018
Neuroplasticity involves the brain adapting and growing. Review the feedback loops and implications related to ADHD. This is important information for anyone who’s working in early recovery. AUDIO AVAILABLE
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March 5, 2018
The science behind PAWS determines what kind of medical treatments and lifestyle adjustments are needed. Discover the history of research in post-acute withdrawal syndrome and tells you why it’s important to acknowledge that it exists. AUDIO AVAILABLE
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February 27, 2018
Early intervention to prevent new instances of addiction from developing is more than just saying “no.” Use information and logical strategies to help yourself understand how to strengthen recovery and possibly prevent teen drug use.
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February 26, 2018
A chronic disease model of addiction acknowledges that relapse is an inherent part of the disease cycle. Understand some of the logic behind treating relapse as a symptom and not as a moral failure. Protect yourself moving forward.
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