67,367 people died of drug overdoses in 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dealing with a substance use disorder is a challenge all on its own, but many people that suffer from addiction also suffer from a mental health disorder like bipolar, depression, and anxiety. Co-occurring disorders such as these occur […]
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I Have a What? Understanding Dual Diagnosis
It started innocently enough. I was constantly experiencing the crippling effects of my anxiety. I overthought every interaction. Whenever a negative thought popped up in my mind, it stayed there. I would ruminate on this thought for days, sometimes weeks, until it would finally resolve seemingly on its own. That was until the next negative […]
Details >Treat Your Whole Body, Not Just Your Addiction: Benefits of a Holistic Approach
In the recovery community, we’ve all heard the stories of those who go in and out of treatment centers without gaining lasting sobriety. If you or a loved one have tried many different treatment methods for addiction and none of them have been effective, it can be extremely frustrating. Even when treatment is successful, relapse […]
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To our valued clients, families, and staff, Given the recent outbreak of COVID-19, Denver Recovery Center aims to implement CDC guidelines and recommendations to protect clients and staff members from exposure to the best of our ability. We are closely monitoring evolving CDC guidelines and will make thoughtful actions to reflect these recommendation. Denver Recovery Center has […]
Details >Most Abused Prescription Drugs
Prescription drug abuse in America is a real problem. Moreover, while people abuse many prescription drugs, they use some of them more than others. Knowing which medications are addictive can help people recognize when they have a problem. For example, here’s a look at the most abused prescription drugs on the market. Table of Contents […]
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Have you ever wondered if there are differences between dependence and addiction? Learning to tell these two apart is an important part of understanding substance abuse. For example, the following material will talk about physical dependence and addiction in more detail. Table of Contents Understanding Physical DependencePhysical Dependence Versus AddictionSigns of Physical Dependence or AddictionSevere […]
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