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Is Prescription Drug Dependence the Same as Addiction?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 13, 2023 Updated: February 22, 2023 Prescription medications can be very beneficial to people suffering from many kinds of illnesses. However, the reason why these drugs are restricted is because they are prone to abuse. Even when taken under medical supervision,…

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What to Expect in Prescription Drug Detox

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 3, 2023 Updated: February 22, 2023 When someone is prescribed prescription medication for their illness, it is important to follow their physician’s recommended dosage carefully. Some prescribed medications, while legal, can be vulnerable to abuse. It is easy to start a…

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Preparing for Prescription Drug Detox

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 1, 2023 Updated: February 22, 2023 It is a common misconception that addiction only involves illicit drugs. The abuse of legal, prescription medication is prevalent and just as dangerous as an addiction to illicit substances. A dependence on prescription drugs can…

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Common Side Effects of Drug Detox

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 13, 2023 Updated: January 18, 2023 Today, people across the country attempt to detox at home. Detox is the first and most important step of recovery. This physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging time can be difficult to manage without help. Side…

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Why Quitting Meth Cold Turkey Isn’t the Best Idea

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 9, 2023 Updated: January 18, 2023 People across the country and here in New Hampshire use methamphetamine every day. Unfortunately, because meth is relatively inexpensive and easy to get, it’s increasingly popular. Like other stimulant drugs, meth is highly addictive, dangerous,…

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Preparing for Drug Detox

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 30, 2022 Updated: November 23, 2022 Drug addiction is a serious mental health disorder that affects millions of New Hampshire residents and people from all across the country. When people try to stop, they experience powerful withdrawals and cravings that can…

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What to Expect in a Drug Detox

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 20, 2022 Updated: November 23, 2022 There are many drug detox expectations that people have about enrolling in a treatment program. Some will wrongly assume they can spend a few weeks in recovery and be cured of their addiction permanently. Addiction…