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Risks of Prescription Painkillers: What Happens When Pain Relief Turns Into Dependence

Risks of Prescription Painkillers: What Happens When Pain Relief Turns Into Dependence Some people who come off prescription opioids can point to a turning point, even if they never named it at the time. Relief started to take a higher dose. A skipped dose brought sweating and irritability. The prescription ran out three days early.…

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The Biggest Advantages of Residential Addiction Treatment: Why 24/7 Care Changes Outcomes

The Biggest Advantages of Residential Addiction Treatment: Why 24/7 Care Changes Outcomes A man was admitted to Midwest Detox Center for alcohol withdrawal, and his withdrawal scores pointed toward continuing his benzodiazepine taper. Between checks, though, the nursing staff noticed something the numbers did not capture: new confusion, forgetfulness, and an unsteady walk. They knew…

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Celebrating World Health Day: Whole-Person Care in Addiction Recovery

Celebrating World Health Day: Whole-Person Care in Addiction Recovery You have read so many detox pages that they blur together. Every one promises “safe” and “compassionate,” but none of them tells you what happens when your loved one is shaking, sweating, or confused in a bed you cannot see. Each April 7 marks World Health…