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Drug dependence occurs when a person’s body has come to rely on a drug to function normally. Two types of dependence exist and are distinct. They are physical dependence and psychological dependence. Determining whether you struggle with physical dependence vs psychological dependence isn’t always easy to do. Therapy sessions often help people explore physical vs…
Substance abuse continues to be a primary public health concern across the nation with overdose rates rising consistently since the year 2000. The societal, economic, and personal costs of drug abuse are steep. Therefore, it’s important to gain a better understanding of exactly what substances people are abusing. Contact 855.833.9199 to learn more about Sunstone…
Drug use is pervasive in the United States. Not all of it is illegal or dangerous. For example, it’s impossible to drive past a gas station without seeing advertisements for cigarettes. Nor can you turn on the television without seeing beer commercials. Harder drugs may not be advertised so blatantly, but their use is responsible…
Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as benzos for short, are a category of sedative drugs. Many of them are widely prescribed for anxiety disorders and sleep problems because of their calming effect. Valium and Xanax are two of the most-recognized brand-name benzos. They are also addictive, making benzo addiction a genuine possibility. Long-term use of benzos…
Stress is inevitable in life. The journey through addiction recovery is no exception to that. In fact, the recovery process is liable to produce a lot of stress at different times. Stress management in recovery is vital to meeting sobriety goals and persisting through treatment. Without question, one of the biggest relapse triggers is stress.…
Stimulants are a class of drugs that encapsulates everything from energy drinks to prescription medication to some of the most dangerous illicit drugs in circulation today. More than 3 types of stimulants exist. Nonetheless, 3 types of stimulants that are common to the addiction treatment space are cocaine, methamphetamine, and ecstasy (MDMA). Nicotine, some diet…
Depressants are a variety of drugs that slow brain activity and depress the central nervous system. They produce relaxation and drowsiness. As a result, different types of depressants are commonly used in treating insomnia, anxiety, panic attacks, seizures, and more. The 3 types of depressants are sedatives, hypnotics, and tranquilizers. These 3 types of depressants…
Going through intense or stressful events can cause anyone to feel worried and fearful. For those who deal with anxiety or panic attacks, however, normal life circumstances can trigger overwhelming feelings of fear. These feelings can cause strong psychological symptoms as well as physical symptoms. If you or someone you care about have been experiencing…
While many people deal with stress and worry in their lives, anxiety can turn these feelings into symptoms that make it difficult to function and live your life. Understanding the signs of anxiety disorders can help you reach out for help when it’s needed. At Sunstone Recovery in Bend, OR, our anxiety treatment program offers…
Experiencing feelings of sadness, disappointment, and upset is normal and natural for everyone. However, when these feelings begin to dominate your life, they can be debilitating. Worse, it can make you feel you’ve lost your own identity. If you or someone you care about is dealing with symptoms of depression, don’t hesitate to find out…