tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42800746536292770782024-03-04T23:42:00.744-08:00Oxycontin Addiction and RehabAll there is to know about Oxycontin Addiction and the road to recovery with Rehab...888-831-4597Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-32124605295767829232014-01-23T14:53:00.000-08:002014-01-23T14:53:04.393-08:00The Dangers Of Oxycontin And Other Prescription Drugs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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</xml><![endif]-->OxyContin is a controlled release formula for oxycodone, a
narcotic analgesic, used to treat chronic severe and moderate pain. When used
properly, the drug provides pain relief for up to 12 hours; however, OxyContin
addiction is very common with reports of unscrupulous doctors dealing the drug
for profit, addicted celebrities and a number of overdose deaths.
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Prescription Drug Addiction</h3>
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The number of people suffering from <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/blog/prescription-drug-addiction-a-growing-problem-that-must-be-taken-seriously/">prescription
drug addiction</a> is steadily growing as more and more people use them for
nonmedical reasons. Due to the bad publicity associated with this drug, many
patients suffering from chronic pain are shying away from it for fear of
addiction. Access to the drug is more difficult due to strict enforcement laws,
fear among healthcare providers and the climate of suspicion surrounding the
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Because of the drug's potential for abuse, OxyContin is a
Schedule II controlled substance, subjecting it to strict distribution
guidelines. As a member of the agonist opioid group of painkillers, which
produce better effects the more a patient consumes, it is tailor made for
patients with chronic pain. It stimulates opioid receptors in the brain,
central nervous system and in the spinal cord, offering relief to chronic pain.
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Addicts aim to counter the controlled release feature of the
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Oxycontin and Other Prescription Pill Dangers
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OxyContin is just one among many prescription pills that
people today are abusing. Other commonly abused drugs include Vicodin, Valium,
Ativan and many more. In addition to certain celebrities, addition to
prescription drugs is common with students and business people who use them to
deal with the pressure and competitiveness in college and in business.
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drugs. When a person becomes addicted, the body develops an uncontrollable
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<![endif]-->Prostate cancer is a condition that generally occurs only in
men ages 55 and over. A number of factors have been found to increase the risk
of development, including exposure to various chemicals and genetics. In recent
years, new evidence has been brought to light – that heavy drinking may play a
role as well.
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Even Light Drinking Increases Prostate Cancer Risk</h3>
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Males who use alcohol have been found to increase their risk
of developing various cancer types. Studies show the risk to be present even in
cases where an individual does not drink enough to become drunk. Those who use
alcohol - even just a little – over a prolonged period still stand at risk. </div>
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How Does Alcohol Increases Cancer Risk?</h3>
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There are a variety of theories surrounding the correlation
between alcohol use and cancer. Some experts believe that alcohol is converted
into a toxic chemical by the body. This chemical is to blame for the discomfort
experienced during the common hangover. The chemical can also prevent cell
repair and damage DNA in the user. Drinking may also cause decreased folate
amounts, while increasing various hormone levels. Each of these factors have been
shown to increase cancer risks. </div>
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How Much Does Prostate Cancer Likelihood Increase For Drinkers?</h3>
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Scientists have recently found a specific link between
prostate cancer risks and alcohol use. A study performed by Australian and
North American scientists appears to indicate that men who drink just two
alcoholic beverages per day increase their risk for prostate cancer by 20%. The
study also indicated heightened risks with increased consumption. </div>
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</xml><![endif]-->Signs of substance abuse and addiction may vary according to
the addiction at hand. In order to determine the presence of addiction, one
must know what to look for.
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Signs And Symptoms Of Addiction</h3>
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often one of the first symptoms associated with substance abuse or
addiction. A noticeable increase or decrease in appetite may serve as a
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Another symptom associated
with addiction is a withdrawal from friends and relatives. You may notice
the individual associating with a new group of peers. Other addicts will
alienate themselves completely. </li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Excessive and abnormal
amounts of alone time in the bathroom or bedroom in addition to
unexplained school or employment absences may prove as yet another warning
sign. Take note of any aggression or defensiveness when the individual is
confronted about these behaviors.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Wild mood swings,
irritability and irrational behavior may indicate an issue with drugs or
alcohol. Other behavioral and personality changes may include: stealing,
lying, sneakiness, lack of concentration and focus, unexplained euphoria,
violence and paranoia. </li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Smells and clothing may be
indicative of a substance abuse issue. Alcoholics will often attempt to
cover the smell with mouth wash, mints and gum. </li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Drug addicts who use
needles to inject the substance will generally adorn garments with long
sleeves to hide track marks and other red flags. </li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;">Not every symptom will be
easily spotted. Fortunately, addiction is not easily hidden. Keep your
eyes and mind open. </li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;">If you or a loved one is
struggling with an alcohol or <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/blog/narcotic-addiction-signs/">narcotic
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-30260706464317494382013-09-03T08:45:00.000-07:002013-09-03T08:45:06.537-07:00California Senators Urge Purdue Pharma To Name Suspect Physicians<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Two California senators are calling on OxyContin maker
Purdue Pharma to name physicians suspected of liberal prescription practices.
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The action was made in response to a recent LA Times article
describing a 10 year effort by the corporation to I.D. problematic prescribers
of its highly addictive and potent pain killer. Purdue Pharma was able to amass
a database of over <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-clip: border-box; background-image: none; background-origin: padding-box; background-position: 0% 0%; background-repeat: repeat; background-size: auto auto;">1,800</span>
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referring a total of 154 cases to medical regulators and authorities since the
investigation began in ’02. Legal counsel for Purdue said that the decision as
to whether or not to refer a physician was “essentially a judgment call”
determined on a case-by-case basis following corporate review. </div>
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President of the Medical Board of California, Sharon Levine
expressed her approval of the senators’ request and is hoping for Purdue
compliance. </div>
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“We would be thrilled to have that information,” Levine
said. She also stated that although the database would likely lack physical
evidence of wrongdoing, that it could offer some valuable leads down the road. </div>
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As seen in many other areas of the country, California is
struggling with a prescription drug death issue – deemed an “epidemic” by the
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. </div>
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Purdue’s introduction of a tamper-resistant OxyContin in
2010 sought to make the drug more difficult to abuse. In a recent study performed
by Purdue, maximum-strength OxyContin prescriptions – favored by addicts – was
shown to have plummeted by a whopping eighty percent following the new pill’s
introduction. </div>
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Coincidence? We think not. </h3>
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Center</a> is the place to turn. With a team of seasoned rehabilitation
specialists available to assess and address your individual needs, you can
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-30404332142891890582013-08-19T11:40:00.000-07:002013-08-19T11:40:16.188-07:00The Legacy of Cory Monteith<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The hit TV show “Glee” regularly depicts real-world issues
within the confines of William McKinley High School. The episodes only pale in
comparison to the recent death of star Cory Monteith. </div>
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The actor passed away this past July at age 31 due to a
toxic combination of alcohol and heroin, according to the Canadian coroner’s
report. </div>
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On “Glee”, Cory played a singer/clean-cut quarterback on his
way to college. However, the actor was quick to let fans know just how
different his own story really was. </div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimG_djCTjeQ3GFlD5NI50CCDIXYk5rn1G4WEje9VQrQ9Dpt9xK_8TdXMcrhyphenhypheneA-OP0ka-uhyPBAjcITasl3EJzuMxHREGzbMmm7AZ66vJB1UZcS4rcrud5DbXUOylUiL6V2eGU33IvPCPA/s1600/The+legacy+of+Cory+Moneith.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Legacy of Cory Monteith" border="0" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimG_djCTjeQ3GFlD5NI50CCDIXYk5rn1G4WEje9VQrQ9Dpt9xK_8TdXMcrhyphenhypheneA-OP0ka-uhyPBAjcITasl3EJzuMxHREGzbMmm7AZ66vJB1UZcS4rcrud5DbXUOylUiL6V2eGU33IvPCPA/s320/The+legacy+of+Cory+Moneith.jpg" title="Courtesy of http://www.fanpop.com/" width="320" /></a>Cory freely discussed details of his past with the press:
drinking and drug use at age 13, high school drop out and stealing to account
for the next high. Following an intervention from family and friends, Cory
decided to seek help for his <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/drug/">drug addiction</a>
at age 19. </div>
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Over time, Cory was able to clean himself up, begin acting,
and in 2009, shot to stardom with the cast of “Glee”. By all accounts, Cory was
a beautiful individual inside and out. </div>
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However, like many recovering addicts, Cory struggled with
sobriety. Reports confirm that the actor voluntarily re-entered a
rehabilitation facility in March of this year, successfully completing a 30-day
program. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t enough. </div>
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Cory’s death is but another reminder of the perils
associated with drug and alcohol abuse. Athlete or artist, poor or rich, old or
young, struggling or successful – nobody is safe. </div>
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When one star overdoses, fans mourn by the millions. The sad
fact is that drug and alcohol abuse takes hundreds of thousands of wonderful
people each year, with little to no attention from the general public. </div>
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It’s important to view Cory’s struggle as an example for
families to follow. His addiction and demise do not make him a hypocrite. They
make him a human being. </div>
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<br /></div>
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Surely, Cory Monteith would prefer that his fans and friends
do more than mourn another celebrity death. When “Glee” returns to living rooms
this coming season, the producers will likely pay tribute. They may even
present a story to help fans avoid the same pitfalls. </div>
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Here’s hoping that Cory’s story motivates each of us to take
a stand for the generations to come.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-28999373660845421292013-08-02T09:41:00.001-07:002013-08-02T09:41:55.607-07:00Handling Free Time During Recovery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Boredom is perhaps the biggest threat to sobriety for
recovering drug addicts. The transition back to real life following
rehabilitation can be a difficult one. Without a solid game plan in place, the
risk of relapse is multiplied exponentially. In this entry, we will discuss
some tips and idea on how best to utilize your free time as a recovering drug
addict. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Start a new hobby</td></tr>
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<o:p></o:p><br />
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<b>1 </b>– Seek out employment. This is not meant to be a lecture
on laziness or wasting time. Rather, an opportunity to apply yourself in a
positive manner. Steady employment can keep you busier than most other
activities, offering rewards, financial security and the potential for new,
positive relationships.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>2</b> – Dive into a hobby! If you’re one of the many who find
difficulty seeking out employment during the initial recovery stages, a hobby
can be a wonderful way to spend your free time. Start a comic book collection,
learn an instrument, take up knitting! Whatever activity you choose, make sure
you have fun with it! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>3</b> – Exercise your mind! Throw your head into a good book,
take a class at the local community college, or keep a daily journal. These
types of activities can provide hours of positive amusement while offering the
potential to better yourself long-term. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>4</b> – Exercise your body! Mental stimulation is one thing, but
tackling pain and stress through physical exercise can just as (if not more)
rewarding. Grab a gym membership or start jogging around the neighborhood. Set
some goals and track your progress! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Need Help? </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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If you or someone you love is struggling with an alcohol or
drug addiction, Above it All treatment
center is the place to call! Pick up the phone today, and let our team of
addiction specialists help you back on track towards the healthy, happy and
productive lifestyle you’ve been missing. <o:p></o:p></div>
</div>
Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-16330842498117523542013-07-24T08:55:00.002-07:002013-07-24T08:55:57.724-07:00OxyContin – What You Don’t Know Might Kill You…<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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OxyContin is a substance plagued by myth, rumor and lore.
What follows below are some of the more common OxyContin myths, and the facts
behind them. </div>
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<b>Myth</b>: OxyContin is not addictive.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fact</b>: Though manufactured by a legitimate pharmaceutical
corporation, OxyContin is extremely addictive. OxyContin is riddled with
opiates – a highly addictive class of drugs found in a variety of prescription
painkillers and street drugs, including heroin.
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<b>Myth</b>: Injecting or snorting OxyContin isn’t any worse than
ingesting it orally.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fact</b>: Users who inject or snort OxyContin are much more
likely to overdose than those who take it orally. OxyContin was initially
designed as a time-release substance. When used as directed, intended and
orally, it offers relief over a period of hours to combat excessive pain. Users
who crush and snort or inject OxyContin experience a full release, resulting in
an effect that is unmanageable for many; often times overdose or even death. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Myth</b>:<b> </b>OxyContin is illegal in the U.S. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fact</b>: OxyContin is often prescribed by physicians to those
suffering from extreme chronic pain due to injury or illness. Legality comes
into question when physician signatures are forged, prescriptions are stolen
and medicine cabinets are raided in an effort to obtain the pills illegally. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Myth</b>: OxyContin withdrawal is no big deal. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fact</b>: OxyContin withdrawal is as severe as any opiate.
Common symptoms of OxyContin withdrawal include: <o:p></o:p></div>
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For many users, the most serious OxyContin withdrawal
symptom lies in relapse. More recovering OxyContin addicts fall off the wagon
than any other addict type. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Myth</b>: There is no hope for me.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fact</b>: Quite the contrary! If you’re seeking <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/learn-more/about-drugs/">drug abuse
help</a>, the addiction specialists at Above it All treatment center are
available to take your call. Pick up the phone today, and let our team of
counselors help you back on track towards the healthy, happy lifestyle you’ve
been missing. <o:p></o:p></div>
</div>
Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-41472201259348576042013-07-17T09:03:00.001-07:002013-07-17T09:03:28.572-07:00Generic OxyContin Ban – What Are The Side Effects? <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Though banning less expensive, generic Oxycontin may seem
like a “win” in the fight against drug addiction, there is much debate as to
the side effects yet to be seen. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Critics of the FDA’s decision to ban generic forms of
Oxycontin argue that it may ultimately promote the use of less effective
substances without eliminating addiction risks. Oxycontin went off patent this
past April.<br />
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In most cases, the end of a drug patent will usher in an era
of generics. Following the FDA’s decision, drug-makers must now work to create
abuse-resistant versions of the substance in order to compete in the market. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The number of deaths associated with prescription opiates
more than tripled from ’99 to ’06. In 1997, Purdue Pharma LP – the maker of
Oxycontin - pleaded guilty to federal charges of misbranding the substance as a
less addictive and safer alternative to narcotic drugs such as Percocet and
Vicodin. By 2010, Pharma had developed an abuse-resistant version of the drug
to help diminish the risk of overdose and death. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The new “abuse-resistant” Oxy includes an ingredient that
makes it difficult to crush and inject or snort to achieve the desired effect -
one similar to that found in heroin use.<o:p></o:p></div>
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But just because a drug is “abuse-deterrent” doesn't make it
harmless…<o:p></o:p></div>
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In fact, nearly one third of users polled say they've
figured out how to beat the system. Those who have not, still stand the risk of
procuring or maintaining an addiction by swallowing the pills to excess. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Moral of the story: Where there’s a pill, there’s a
way. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Need Help? <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Considering rehabilitation? Pick up the phone and call Above It All Treatment Center! With a
team of seasoned addiction specialists available to assess and address your
individual needs, you can count on Above It All to have you on the fast track
to recovery in no time. Call now!<o:p></o:p></div>
</div>
Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-55967594304834862282013-07-01T07:04:00.001-07:002013-07-01T07:04:48.922-07:00Just the Facts – Substance Abuse Counseling<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A twofold process, substance-abuse counseling takes the
patient through physical withdrawal before immersing them in psychological
rehabilitation and therapy. This approach is commonly used with patients
struggling with alcohol, street drug and <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/learn-more/about-drugs/">prescription
drug addiction</a>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Criteria<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Substance abuse counseling is suitable for patients
struggling with all levels and types of addiction. Substance abuse problems are
often placed into two similar but separate levels: Substance abuse and
substance dependence. Though both levels affect an addict’s ability to function
on a day-to-day basis, they differ by way of the impact on the user’s mental, physical
and emotional health. <o:p></o:p></div>
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A patient struggling with dependence to a substance has
developed an emotional and physical need for the drug. Many experience
withdrawal symptoms after only a short period of abstinence. Tolerance to the
substance also plays a role in how much the individual must use in order to
achieve the desired affect. </div>
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Both abuse and dependence often result in health and legal
issues. Friends and family may show concern and become frustrated with the
on-going use. When an individual meets these criteria, counseling is often
recommended. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Types</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Counseling for substance abuse commonly occurs in one of
three ways: group counseling, outpatient counseling and inpatient
counseling. Group and outpatient
counseling offer patients the ability to attend therapy sessions and return to
normal life. The inpatient format requires patients to reside at the designated
facility throughout treatment. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Purpose</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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People take drugs for an array of reasons, including pain
relief, recreation and escape. Substance abuse counseling explores the
reasoning behind use to an effort to help them develop alternative means to
cope. Patients are typically asked to share their feelings surrounding
substance abuse, while being offered guidance and support. Group counseling
provides addicts with the ability to relate to others with similar experiences,
while building support and camaraderie along the way. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-1310604791337554632013-06-27T11:00:00.000-07:002013-06-27T11:00:04.289-07:00How To Combat Anxiety In Recovery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">The term
“anxiety” describes an intense feeling of unease, nervousness and worry,
typically surrounding a situation with an uncertain outcome. Most people
experience from some form of anxiety, whether mild or extreme, at some point in
their lives – and is commonly found in recovery. In this entry we will offer up
some tips and tricks to help you <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/blog/10-inspirational-quotes-to-stay-positive-and-sober/">stay
positive and sober</a> throughout your recovery. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">Anxiety
and addiction often go hand in hand. Studies suggest that many addicts
experience some type of anxiety; OCD, Social Anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, or
Generalized Anxiety Disorder to name a handful. Addicts often utilize substances
to hide or mask these issues in an effort to combat the discomfort associated
with the condition. Whether the anxiety is due to un-treated addiction or
alcoholism or a separate mental health disorder depends on the individual
patient. </span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">Tips: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">1 –
Acknowledge your feelings. It may seem difficult or even embarrassing to admit
to stress or anxiety during recovery. Understand that this condition is
completely normal, and that in order to deal with it properly, it must first be
recognized. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">2 – Ask
yourself what you are stressing about. For example, you may be concerned about
the life you’ve left behind or are reliving past traumas hidden by the
substance abuse. Narrowing down exactly what you’re anxious about to place you
in position to deal with the real issue properly. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">3 -
Educate yourself. The more you know about anxiety, the better equipped you will
be to deal with it. Talk to your counselor, and create a plan to deal with
attacks when they come about. The better prepared you are, the easier they will
be to brush off. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">4 –
Focus on something positive! Dive into a good book or hobby. Choosing to
immerse yourself in something outside your own head will offer escape and
confidence throughout recovery. The more time you devote to living your life,
the less time you will have for worry. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">5 –
Consider a daily journal. For some, putting thoughts to paper can serve as a
wonderful stress relief. It may even
help you work through your fears! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-87550746024807806292013-06-24T11:10:00.002-07:002013-06-24T11:10:58.623-07:00Drug Use & The Celebrity Effect<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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In a culture obsessed with celebrity, it seems only natural
to discuss the effect of Hollywood drug abuse on our nation’s populous. From
tabloid magazines to the evening news, salacious tales of partying, excess and
dependency only fuel our ever-growing infatuation with the “elite” population
class gracing the world stage. </div>
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For many people, celebrities make easier companions than
neighbors and friends. Their personal lives on display, many gravitate towards
these individuals out of empathy and self-identification. Their fame and
stories offer escape from a world perhaps plagued in routine - We discuss their
downfalls and triumphs as we might a relative’s – We are proud, disappointed,
engaged and consumed. <o:p></o:p></div>
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As a society, we tend to emulate those in the limelight.
Unfortunately, some of us have a difficult time separating the fantasy from
reality. “Why can’t I be desirable, talented, beautiful and rich, whilst
nurturing a mild to moderate prescription drug habit? Seems to work for
actor/singer/producer/director Jane Doe Esq., III – Why not me?!” <o:p></o:p></div>
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The issue here is not celebrity, so much as how we consume
and digest it. Not every action, outfit and hairstyle need be analyzed, adored
and replicated. As humans, we are afforded the ability and right to make
ourselves. Though imitation certainly serves as a guide towards many positive
paths and experiences (drive, perseverance, accomplishment), it is imperative
that we distinguish and learn from celebrity indiscretions rather than absorb
as commodity. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If we <i>must</i> emulate
our celebrities, we must also acknowledge the fact that drug and alcohol abuse
within celebrity culture offers little hope of long-term happiness. By altering
the mindset from “glorify” to “study”, we can hope to learn from the trials and
tribulations of these individuals rather than repeat them. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Above It All</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Searching for <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/drug/">drug addiction
treatment in Los Angeles, CA</a>? Contact Above it All treatment center today!
With a team of seasoned substance abuse specialists available to address your
individual needs, you can count on Above it All to have you on the fast track
to recovery in no time. Call now!<o:p></o:p></div>
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SAMHSA (The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration) recently released two studies pertaining to substance abuse.
The first report shows that adolescents ages 12 – 17 are much more likely to
begin using drugs and alcohol during the summer months. The second specifies
that the rate of increase in drug-related ED (emergency department) visits
lowered from a yearly average rate of 18.2% between 2005 – 2008, to 6.1%
between 2009 and 2010. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Statistics from the first study show that, on an average
June or July day, over 11,000 youths between the ages of 12 and 17 choose to
experiment with alcohol for the first time – the only comparable month being
December. The daily average number throughout the rest of the year typically
ranges somewhere between 5,000 – 8,000. <o:p></o:p></div>
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June and July also takes the cake for first time cigarette
use, with an average of 5,000 adolescents per day; a pattern, which retains
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When it comes to marijuana, the study shows that more than
4,500 adolescents begin using each day throughout the same two-month period, as
opposed to the 3,000 – 4,000 youths tallied during non-summer months. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The reasoning is quite simple: More free time + diminished
supervision = increased likelihood for exposure and experimentation with
illicit substances. Parents are thus encouraged to embrace every available
opportunity to discuss the dangers and consequences of substance abuse with
their children, alongside means and methods to avoid it. The more informed your
child is, the more likely they will be to make the right decision. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If you are struggling to address a teenage drug or alcohol abuse issue, Above It All
treatment center is the place to call! With a team of seasoned substance abuse
specialists available to answer your questions and concerns, you can count on
Above It All to have your teen sober, healthy and on the fast track to success
in no time. Call today! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-67363001858387468152013-05-31T09:19:00.001-07:002013-05-31T09:19:19.134-07:00Effects of Parental Drug Abuse on Kids & Teens<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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in social roles and etiquette. When a parent who is supposed to nurture a
family becomes emotionally and physically removed, the children are affected in
a variety of behavioral, emotional and social ways. In this entry, we will
discuss the effects of parental drug abuse on children and teens. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">The effects of addiction and
drug use can begin in the womb. Prenatal exposure to drugs is often associated
with an array of developmental disorders, miscarriage, infant death, learning
disabilities, premature birth, and a number of psychological and metal issues
in the effected child. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">Drug abuse in parents serves to
hinder growth in effected children. Disruptive attitudes, low self-esteem,
depression, anxiety and behavioral problems are all quite common. Traumatic
incidents caused by addicted parents may lead to emotional, social and
behavioral development issues. Children may begin alienating themselves from
both peers and parents, causing difficulties in social situations later in
life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for their children in regard to drug and alcohol abuse. Addicted parents often
fail to provide proper nurturing to their children due to excess stress, family
conflicts and a lack of guidance. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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communication between parent and child is vital to reciprocal respect and
understanding between both parties. Many kids and teens experience difficulty
maintaining honest and transparent relationships with addicted parents, causing
only heartache and resentment in later life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">Kids with addicted parents often
lose academic motivation. Grades may plummet, behaviors may tank, and the
trouble may loom. A lack of guidance and/or involvement from the parents can
result in psychological issues affecting academic performance. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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also common in children with addicted parents. Many feel threatened or
frightened by the behaviors exemplified by those who should be setting the
example. As such, many children end up working well below their potential.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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struggling with a drug addiction, Above
It All treatment center is the place to call. Pick up the phone today, and
let our team of addiction specialists help your family back on track towards
the healthy, happy life you deserve. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Addiction poses an array of issues for a family. Loved ones
will search for ways to help their addicted family members through means that
enable or increase the individual’s tendencies to pursue their addiction,
rather than address the behavior head-on. Because loved ones look to each other
for support, assistance and guidance, education, support and involvement of the
surrounding family members throughout recovery is vital to the successful
treatment of the addict. In this entry, we will discuss some of the roles of
family throughout the healing process. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Studies show a direct correlation between family and social
support and diminished relapse risks in recovering addicts. As such, it is
crucial that family support be a top priority throughout the treatment process
to ensure a heightened chance of long-term success. <o:p></o:p></div>
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A family’s involvement throughout a <u>recovery program, </u>works to promote an addict’s commitment to the
process. Family confrontation and encouragement can often mean the difference
between an addict defecting or remaining in treatment. Loved ones are often
best suited to warn recovering addicts of potential relapse signs and dangers
while encouraging compliance with the recovery process. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Close friends and family members will often experience
feelings of anger, resentment, fear and mistrust toward the addict. A family’s
continued involvement throughout the recovery process promotes the expression
of these feelings, while encouraging a loving and proactive family dynamic
moving forward. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Explaining pertinent details of the behaviors exemplified by
the addict while under the influence can often serve as a catalyst in
overcoming denial. Vivid and sometimes painful realizations pertaining to the
extent of the addiction will often result in a true desire to carry out the
recovery process during the early treatment stages. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Because addiction affects both addict and family alike,
mutual support is vital to both parties. Participants are educated about the
addiction, enabling, the types of substances involved, relapse signs, and how
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Family members are taught lessons in self-awareness while
learning how to focus on their own needs. Family members struggling with their
own addiction troubles will also receive support and guidance in addressing
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-2398931480972463152013-04-23T13:18:00.000-07:002013-04-23T13:18:12.372-07:00What Is “Rock Bottom”? <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Difficult periods come and go throughout the spectrum of
life. One minute you’re up… the next you’re down. Sometimes we end up a little
further down than anticipated. Sometimes the result is “rock bottom”. </div>
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For some people, hitting this point serves as the wake-up
call needed to turn their life around. This far down, the only way out is up.
In this entry, we will discuss some common signs of “rock bottom” to help
promote a safe and stealthy recovery. <o:p></o:p></div>
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1 – Loss of employment. With most Americans living paycheck
to paycheck, losing a job often means a loss of the necessities required for
survival, ie. shelter, clothing and food! <o:p></o:p></div>
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2 – Loss of friends and family. After a long enough period,
you may begin finding yourself alienated from friends and family members. Your
loved ones may find it difficult watching someone self-destruct and pull away
to the hurt. <o:p></o:p></div>
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3 – Loss of property. The repossession of furniture items, a
vehicle or home can be a sobering experience indeed. Some addicts may even
steal or pawn items to get by each month. <o:p></o:p></div>
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4 – Loss of confidence. The events leading up to “rock
bottom” can often take a toll on the individual’s physical, mental and
emotional health. Common symptoms include stress, depression, insomnia and anxiety.
Such afflictions can immobilize a person, making it difficult to complete
routine tasks, such as eating, leaving bed, basic hygiene upkeep, etc. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If you've hit bottom, AboveItAllTreatment.com<b>
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the healthy, happy, fulfilling lifestyle you've been missing. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-5897430500876578182013-04-19T06:45:00.000-07:002013-04-19T06:45:02.494-07:00Do I Have A Prescription Addiction? <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Prescription drug abuse is not uncommon. What begins as a
physician prescribed pain management solution may quickly lead to a full-blown
addiction, impacting relationships, employment, finances and health. In this
entry, we will provide you with a few tips to help recognize a prescription
pill addiction. <o:p></o:p></div>
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addiction is not limited to any one type of pill. In fact, recent studies have
uncovered that many OTC medications can also lead to addictive problems. When
it comes to abuse and dependency, no pill or substance should be
underestimated. <o:p></o:p></div>
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addiction is a growing tolerance for the substance they are taking. When a
users begins to develop a tolerance, they must use more of the substance in
question to achieve the desired effect. <o:p></o:p></div>
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performance at school and/or work. A once well organized individual may begin
losing the ability to perform at the same level. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-54803291302914561612013-04-15T10:35:00.000-07:002013-04-15T10:35:37.646-07:00Living With An Addictive Personality<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Once viewed as a psychological disorder of gluttony and
excess, addiction has come to light as a physiological disease rooted deep in
the brain chemistry and wiring. Though there is no cure for addiction, a number
of therapies and treatments have proven effective in addressing addictive
behaviors and compulsions. However, it is important to educate oneself
regarding the complexity and difficulty of these behaviors before treatment can
offer any hope of success. <o:p></o:p></div>
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1 – Self-awareness is <i>key </i>to combating an addictive
personality. Keeping in tune with behaviors actions and reactions will create a
base from which to create a healthy, happy, and sober lifestyle. Understanding
which triggers – chemical, emotional, psychical - to look for and avoid will
help ensure consistency, while keeping temptation at arms length. <o:p></o:p></div>
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2 – Communication is yet another ally in the fight towards
recovery. Addicts must face a lifelong struggle in addressing negative
compulsions, and as with any battle, one should not fight alone. Family,
friends and significant others should be kept in the loop and made aware of the
situation to ensure the best interests of the addict are promoted and upheld.
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is essential to success. Bouts of sadness and difficulty are all but certain,
but the understanding that these times are temporary is paramount to a
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You may trip. You may fall. So long as you pick yourself up,
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If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction to
drugs or alcohol, <b>Above It All alcohol
& drug treatment center </b>is the place to call. Pick up the phone today,
and let our team of addiction specialists help you back on track towards the
healthy, happy, and fulfilling lifestyle you’ve been missing. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-80768695593462821642013-03-28T07:48:00.002-07:002013-03-28T07:48:53.222-07:00A Vision For You<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">”Now and then a serious drinker, being dry at the moment
says, “I don’t miss it at all. Feel better. Work better. Having a better time.”
As ex-problem drinkers, we smile at such a sally. We know our friend is like a
boy whistling in the dark to keep up his spirits. He fools himself. Inwardly he
would give anything to take half a dozen drinks and get away with them. He will
presently try the old game again, for he isn’t happy about his sobriety. He
cannot picture life without alcohol. Some day he will be unable to imagine life
either with alcohol or without it.Then he will know loneliness such as few do.
He will be at the jumping –off place. He will wish for the end.”-pg. 152 from
the chapter “a Vision For You” from the Big Book of Alcohol Anonymous<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Most of us can relate to the idea of white
knuckling it when it comes to our sobriety and receiving </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/detox/"><b>detox</b></a><span style="font-size: small;">. Some of us need to “act as if” or “fake it until we make
it” in order to stay sober in the beginning or even at times when we are dry.
Through the help of </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/"><b>AboveItAll</b></a><span style="font-size: small;">, AA, or other forms </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/"><b>addiction recovery</b></a> we acquire the tools we need to stay sober
long term. It’s okay that we are like the boy whistling in the dark as long as
we stay sober through it and are able to turn things over and do the work.
After all it is the hard times that show us we can stay sober through anything
as long as we remain willing and dedicated to this way of living.</span></div>
Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-9297537077899011012013-03-28T07:30:00.000-07:002013-03-28T07:30:26.394-07:00Self-Reliance<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">“Wasn't it because self-reliance failed us? Self-reliance was
good as far as it went, but it didn't go far enough. Some of us once had great
self-confidence, but it didn't fully solve the fear problem, or any other. When
it made us cocky, it was worse. Perhaps there is a better way - we think so.
For we are now on a different basis; the basis of trusting and relying upon
God. We trust infinite God rather than our finite selves. We are in the world
to play the role He assigns. Just to the extent that we do as we think He would
have us, and humbly rely on Him, does He enable us to match calamity with
serenity. We never apologize to anyone for depending upon our Creator. We can
laugh at those who think spirituality the way of weakness. Paradoxically, it is
the way of strength. The verdict of the ages is that faith means courage. All
men of faith have courage. They trust their God. We never apologize for God.
Instead we let Him demonstrate, through us, what He can do. We ask Him to
remove our fear and direct our attention to what He would have us be. At once,
we commence to outgrow fear.” - pg. 68 from The Big Book Of Alcoholics
Anonymous</span></div>
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">Most of us were used to living a life based on self-reliance prior to
receiving </span><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/alcohol/"><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">alcohol and
drug rehab</span></b></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">. For us it was a means of survival and
self-preservation. Many of us had lost our faith in a higher power and therefor
were left to fend for ourselves in every area of our lives even emotionally.
Self-reliance was all that most of us knew until we went to places such as
a </span><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/detox/"><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">drug
addiction detox</span></b></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">, AA, or </span><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Above It All</span></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">. Once we got help most of us were able to start building relationships
with people and began learning how to rely on and trust others again. Through
doing this work many of us were able to form a similar relationship over time
with a higher power. When this happened we were able to see what Gods will was
versus our will as well as the benefits, and freedom that come from having
conscious contact with a power greater than ourselves that we can turn things
over to.</span><br />
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-24968407972183886232013-03-28T07:05:00.000-07:002013-03-28T07:05:00.555-07:00Step Twelve from the AA Twelve and Twelve<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">“Of course all A.A.'s, even the best, fall far short of such
achievements as a consistent thing. Without necessarily taking that first
drink, we often get quite far off the beam. Our troubles sometimes begin with
indifference. We are sober and happy in our A.A. work. Things go well at home
and office. We naturally congratulate ourselves on what later proves to be a
far too easy and superficial point of view. We temporarily cease to grow
because we feel satisfied that there is no need for all of A.A.'s Twelve Steps
for us. We are doing fine on a few of them. Maybe we are doing fine on only two
of them, the First Step and that part of the Twelfth where we "carry the
message." In A.A. slang, that blissful state is known as
"two-stepping." And it can go on for years. The best-intention-ed of
us can fall for the "two-step" illusion. Sooner or later the pink
cloud stage wears off and things go disappointingly dull. We begin to think
that A.A. doesn't pay off after all. We become puzzled and discouraged. Then
perhaps life, as it has a way of doing, suddenly hands us a great big lump that
we can't begin to swallow, let alone digest. We fail to get a worked-for
promotion. We lose that good job. Maybe there are serious domestic or romantic
difficulties, or perhaps that boy we thought God was looking after becomes a
military casualty.”- From the chapter on Step Twelve from the AA Twelve and
Twelve</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">When we first receive </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/drug/"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">drug rehab</span></a><b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> </span></b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">through going to </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Above It All Treatment</span></a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> , AA, or other<b> </b></span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/12-step/"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">12 step programs</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> </span></a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">many of us have the desperation needed to do the work in order
to stay sober. As time goes by many of us begin to feel better and get lives.
We start to rest on our laurels sometimes without even being aware of it. While
many of us can skate by for a little bit on service work the fact is that it
usually catches up to us and at some point we end up feeling like our world is
crashing down around us, and we end up robbing ourselves of the gifts that come
from having emotional sobriety. It is up to us to realize we get out what we
put in and to remain diligent in our recovery process.</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-44948491396830155782013-03-27T12:25:00.000-07:002013-03-27T12:25:07.215-07:00How Does The Body Respond To Oxy?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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by physicians to alleviate short- or long-term pain. The drug is available in
immediate-release (OxyIR) and controlled-release (OxyContin) forms, or in pills
that contain acetaminophen (Percocet) or aspirin (Perodan).</span></div>
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Common side effects of Oxycodone on the neurological system
include drowsiness, cognitive impairments, moodiness, altered sleep cycles, and
in some cases, psychosis. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Oxycodone use may result in a variety of gastrointestinal
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Oxycodone also offers the potential for respiratory issues,
including hypoventilation and even respiratory arrest in rare cases. Users
should contact a physician immediately if they experience breathing
difficulties or lightheadedness following Oxycodone use. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Decreased blood pressure and heart rate, heart palpitations,
and migraines may result from Oxycodone use. Make certain to discuss any
cardiovascular disease issues you may have with a physician before use. <o:p></o:p></div>
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urination difficulties, suppression of immune system, rashes, dry mouth, and
sweating. <o:p></o:p></div>
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potential for abuse and dependency. The withdrawal symptoms associated with an
addiction include gastrointestinal disturbances, sleeplessness, anxiety, sweating,
agitation, and an irregular heart beat. Seizures have also been known to occur
in some patients. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">If you or a loved one is struggling with an Oxycodone <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/">addiction</a>, our <i>Above
It All rehabilitation center</i> is the place to call! Pick up the phone today, and
let our team of addiction specialists help you back on track towards the
healthy, happy, sober lifestyle you deserve!</span><br /></div>
Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-1847041303497429942013-03-25T07:57:00.000-07:002013-03-25T07:57:05.995-07:00Opiate Withdrawal Basics<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT; mso-bidi-language: EN-US;">Treatment for opiate withdrawal
comes in several forms. The opiate family includes both legally prescribed
substances in addition to illegal drugs and narcotics. Some of the more common
opiates include: OxyContin, Oxycodone, Percocet, Demeral, Lortab, Codeine,
Fentanyl, Dilaudud, Tylenol 3, Morphine, Heroin and Methadone; each of which
are both psychologically and physically addictive. Once an addict has made the
decision to quit using opiates, they will began working their way through the
withdrawal process. In this entry, we will discuss some tips and techniques to
help alleviate the symptoms. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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liver before being excreted from the body via the kidneys. The excretion rate
of opiates from the body is 95% 24 hours following use. Morphine users may find
traces up to 3 days after use. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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prescribed to alleviate extreme pain. Those who use these substances illegally
typically do so for recreational purposes. Physical dependence and tolerance
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many to addiction. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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not life-threatening. Onset and severity of the symptoms will ultimately depend
on the type of drug, the frequency of use and use history. Withdrawal symptoms
typically set in within 24 hours of the last dose… though, time-released
preparations including OxyContin will generally result in a longer withdrawal
period. The peak phase typically hits around 72 hours, gradually subsiding
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opiate withdrawal include: high blood pressure, dilated pupils, diarrhea,
fever, irritability, muscle spasms and bouts of insomnia. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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struggling with an opiate addiction, <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/">Above It All</a> treatment center is
the place to call. Pick up the phone today, and let our team of addiction
specialists help you back on track towards the healthy, happy lifestyle you
deserve!</span><span style="font-family: "Times","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-57021527987799678062013-03-25T07:53:00.000-07:002013-03-25T07:53:09.221-07:00Does Marijuana Cause Depression? <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A December 2001 study in the <i>American Journal of Psychiatry</i>
revealed a 4X greater risk of depression in those who abused marijuana.
Additional studies by the British Medical Journal only seem to confirm these
findings. In this entry, we will examine the correlation between depression and
marijuana usage. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Categorically speaking, marijuana’s chemical composition
places it in the depressant drug realm. When used, pot reacts with our body’s
chemical makeup in a similar manner as other depressants. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Regular marijuana use has the effect of rendering users more
socially apathetic and withdrawn, which over an elongated period of time can
cause depression. The effect is known to the medical community as amotivational
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The “masking effect” refers to users who take marijuana in
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Marijuana addiction symptoms can often include compulsive
urges to smoke when it is unavailable. Users who feel the urge to smoke prior
to important engagements such a legal matter or job interview are often showing
signs of addictive tendencies. Those who routinely claim that they will quit
smoking, yet come up with reasons to use again are also considered addicted. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Though marijuana is not considered a “hard drug” by many, it
is important to address any behavior that negatively impacts the lives and
potential of those performing it. If you or someone you love is struggling with
a substance abuse issue, our <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/long-term/">Los Angeles rehab</a>
center is the place to call. Pick up the phone today, and let our team of
substance abuse specialists help you back on track towards the happy, healthy
and productive life you deserve. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">“Maybe this all sounds mysterious and remote, something like
Einstein's theory of relativity or a proposition in nuclear physics. It isn't
at all. Let's look at how practical it actually is. Every man and woman who has
joined A.A. and intends to stick has, without realizing it, made a beginning on
Step Three. Isn't it true that in all matters touching upon alcohol, each of
them has decided to turn his or her life over to the care, protection, and
guidance of Alcoholics Anonymous? Already willingness has been achieved to cast
out one's own will and one's own ideas about the alcohol problem in favor of
those suggested by A.A. Any willing newcomer feels sure A.A. is the only safe
harbor for the foundering vessel he has become. Now if this is not turning
one's will and life over to a newfound Providence, then what is it? But suppose
that instinct still cries out, as it certainly will, "Yes, respecting
alcohol, I guess I have to be dependent upon A.A., but in all other matters I
must still maintain my independence. Nothing is going to turn me into a nonentity.
If I keep on turning my life and my will over to the care of something or
somebody else, what will become of me? I'll look like the hole in the
doughnut." This, of course, is the process by which instinct and logic
always seek to bolster egotism, and so frustrate spiritual development. The
trouble is that this kind of thinking takes no real account of the facts.”-from
the chapter on Step Three from The AA Twelve and Twelve</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Many of us as alcoholics feel like we have already made a big
enough sacrifice when we get to the point of going into a<b> <a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/detox/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">detox</span></a></b>, AA, or </span><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/"><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Above It All Treatment Center</span></b></a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">. Alcohol was our solution to everything and here we were faced
with having to give it up as well as turn our will and life over to a power
greater than ourselves. How were we supposed to do that? Through doing the
work, getting <b><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">rehabilitation</span></a></b>, and
realizing that we suffered not just from a phenomenon of craving but also from
a spiritual malady we were able to start building a foundation for our
sobriety. Through cleaning house, trusting God, and working with others we were
able to see our lives change for the better. The more that we continue this
practice the more free we get to be.</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Treatment Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259436079249558005noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4280074653629277078.post-59582783741965931002013-03-22T11:26:00.000-07:002013-03-22T11:26:26.097-07:00Remaining Diligent in Recovery<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">“Of course all A.A.'s, even the best, fall far short of such
achievements as a consistent thing. Without necessarily taking that first
drink, we often get quite far off the beam. Our troubles sometimes begin with
indifference. We are sober and happy in our A.A. work. Things go well at home
and office. We naturally congratulate ourselves on what later proves to be a
far too easy and superficial point of view. We temporarily cease to grow
because we feel satisfied that there is no need for all of A.A.'s Twelve Steps
for us. We are doing fine on a few of them. Maybe we are doing fine on only two
of them, the First Step and that part of the Twelfth where we "carry the
message." In A.A. slang, that blissful state is known as
"two-stepping." And it can go on for years. The best-intentioned of
us can fall for the "two-step" illusion. Sooner or later the pink
cloud stage wears off and things go disappointingly dull. We begin to think
that A.A. doesn't pay off after all. We become puzzled and discouraged. Then
perhaps life, as it has a way of doing, suddenly hands us a great big lump that
we can't begin to swallow, let alone digest. We fail to get a worked-for
promotion. We lose that good job. Maybe there are serious domestic or romantic
difficulties, or perhaps that boy we thought God was looking after becomes a
military casualty.”- From the chapter on Step Twelve from the AA Twelve and
Twelve</span></div>
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">When we first receive <b><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/treatments/alcohol/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">alcohol rehab</span><span style="color: blue; font-weight: normal;"> </span></a></b> through going to a <b><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/programs/detox/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">drug addiction detox</span></a></b>, AA, or </span><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.aboveitalltreatment.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Above It All Treatment Center </span></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast;">many of us have the desperation needed to do the work in order to stay
sober. As time goes by, we begin to feel better and get wonderful, busy lives
as a result of the hard work we have done in recovery. We start to rest on our
laurels sometimes without even being aware of it. While many of us can skate by
for a little bit on service work, the fact is that it usually catches up to us
and at some point we end up feeling like our world is crashing down around us,
and we end up robbing ourselves of the gifts that come from having emotional
sobriety. It is up to us to realize we get out what we put in and to remain
diligent in our recovery process.</span></div>
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