• Benefits, Risks and Side Effects of Xanax Use for Alcohol Withdrawal

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    What is Alcohol Withdrawal? As with any major lifestyle shift, eliminating alcohol from daily life can invoke high levels of stress and anxiety. While the [...]

  • A Summer Sanctuary for Educators Seeking Recovery

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    For many educators, the summer break offers a much-needed period of rest and rejuvenation, away from the demands of the classroom. For those grappling [...]

  • Avoiding Alcoholism When It Runs in the Family

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    Alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol, is influenced by a complex interplay of genetic, environmental and psychological factors. [...]

  • Understanding Reverse Tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol

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    In substance use and addiction, the phenomenon of reverse tolerance, also known as "drug sensitization," contradicts the more commonly known concept of tolerance, in [...]

  • Prescription Drug Abuse Among Veterans: Understanding the Epidemic

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    Prescription drug abuse among veterans is a significant public health concern. As veterans return from deployment or military service, they often face unique challenges [...]