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Treatment Approaches for Synthetic Drug Addiction

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 12, 2022 Updated: October 20, 2022 Synthetic drugs can cover a broad spectrum of substances, most of which are yet regulated by the FDA. Most aren’t part of the DEA’s drug schedule, either. These drugs are sometimes labeled as a natural…

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Long-Term Effects of Heroin Use

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 12, 2022 Updated: September 27, 2022 Heroin is an illegal opioid that causes extreme euphoria and a trance-like state for several hours. The long-term effects of heroin use can lead to serious medical conditions, neurological impairments, and other physical problems that…

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Long-Term Effects of a Benzo Overdose

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 11, 2022 Updated: September 27, 2022 Benzodiazepines are a type of sedative medication that effectively treats severe anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, and other medical conditions. There is a significant risk of addiction if patients take more than prescribed or mix it…

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5 Signs of Benzodiazepine Overdose

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 6, 2022 Updated: September 27, 2022 Benzodiazepines are a type of psychoactive drug that lowers brain activity and causes deep sedation. While it is safe when taken as prescribed, benzos have a high rate of addiction and overdose as many people…

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Can Benzodiazepine Addiction Be Deadly?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 3, 2022 Updated: September 27, 2022 Xanax and Valium are some of the most prescribed benzodiazepines in New Hampshire for treating insomnia, seizures, or panic disorders. While they are safe to take as prescribed, those who choose to take their prescriptions…

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What Is the First Step in Opiate Detox?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 1, 2022 Updated: October 20, 2022 There is an epidemic of narcotic abuse in this country, including opiate addiction. Unfortunately, many people who develop an addiction to opiates start with prescription medications. If you know someone dealing with opiate addiction, you…

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What Is a Medication Assisted Treatment Program?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: September 30, 2022 Updated: August 25, 2022 Everyone’s addiction and recovery are unique. This means that what works well for some doesn’t work for others. Some people thrive in residential treatment, while others love the flexibility of outpatient programs. Many enjoy sober…

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Treatments for Xanax Addiction You Need to Know About

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: September 28, 2022 Updated: August 25, 2022 Xanax is one of the most widely prescribed medications in the United States. The brand name of alprazolam, Xanax, is a highly addictive benzodiazepine. Benzos dampen the nervous system and promote calm, making them a…

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What Is Suboxone?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: September 28, 2022 Updated: September 29, 2022 A medication-assisted treatment plan, also known as MAT, involves the strategic use of medications in concert with therapy to provide a comprehensive approach to treating a substance use disorder. This can be accomplished with a…

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