Addiction to drugs and alcohol is widely treated with different forms of therapy. There are behavioral therapies as well as some neurological therapies. Using neurofeedback therapy for addiction treatment has been shown to have positive results. It allows someone, in real time, to see and hear the different brainwave activities produced by different stimuli. In […]
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Self-harm and addiction can sometimes coexist within the same individual. How does this happen? Well, considering that both of these conditions are nondiscriminatory and they can afflict anyone at any point in their life, they are often used as coping mechanisms in order to deal with whatever pain or internal struggles that may be going
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The brain is affected by drug abuse of any kind. Heroin is no different. How does heroin affect the brain? Using heroin changes the brain chemistry and when that chemical make up is altered, it can be difficult to rewire the brain back to normal functionality once the drug is removed from the system. Why
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Addiction interventions are often seen in movies or on TV shows. Loved ones sit down and approach their loved one regarding their addiction to drugs or alcohol, and sometimes it is a success story and the person struggling ends up getting help. Is this always the case? Do addiction interventions work all of the time?
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The bipolar disorder symptoms are defined as having specific episodes of mood changes that are on polar opposites of the spectrum. Elevated mood, or a manic state, and depression. The term “bipolar” is used so often in society, that the actual medical definition of bipolar disorder is often misconstrued, leading to confusion and uncertainty with
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While they are beneficial for the treatment of various mental health and medical conditions, benzodiazepines come with their own set of concerns. Are benzos dangerous? That is a question asked by many Americans who are prescribed these medications, as well as those who buy them illegally on the street. Even when taken as prescribed, these
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Opioid abuse has led to a significant rise in overdose and overdose deaths over the past few years. has become one of the most widely abused drugs in America. Abuse leads to dependence. Once the body is dependent upon the drug, it can be difficult to break free of that hold. But what happens during
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The childhood years are vital to development for the later years. Childhood trauma can have a profound effect and cause changes in the brain that can change responses to certain situations. November is Child Safety Month, and understanding the effects of child abuse on the brain is vital to providing a safe upbringing for children.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be debilitating. Thoughts and behaviors associated with OCD can hinder an individual from living a normal life. It can be difficult to treat with conventional methods and medications, and can also take a longer period of time to find any sort of relief from symptoms. This is why using ketamine
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Drug addiction is an awful experience for anyone going through it, and unfortunately pregnant women are not immune to this. But what about the dangers associated with drug use during pregnancy? November is Child Safety Month, and with another life being affected by everything the mother does, it is so important to fully understand the
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