Heroin dependence leads to intense withdrawal symptoms when a person stops using it. Heroin withdrawal is a key reason why people cannot stop using the drug and typically relapse within a few days of trying to stop. However, in a heroin detox center, those symptoms are better controlled, creating a way out for many using…
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Working with a drug and alcohol counselor creates opportunities for you to overcome addiction and create a new way forward. Men and women can find new opportunities for themselves, such as new relationships, better career options, and a higher quality of life. The key is to be ready and willing to work with a counselor.…
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It may be obvious to a spouse, adult child, sibling, or parent that their loved one is struggling with addiction. However, for the person who is using drugs or alcohol in compulsive ways, it might not be that clear. Sometimes, they may want to stop using, but the addiction is too powerful. An intervention specialist…
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Detoxing from drug and alcohol addiction requires a safe, comfortable place where proper care is provided. There are risks to the detox process, including discomfort and mental health strain. Those risks improve in a medical detox center, creating an opportunity for you to safely overcome your addiction. At Ethan Crossing in Ohio, we’ll help you…
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What does detoxing mean? When it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, the definition of detoxification can be a bit confusing. Those who are dependent on drugs or alcohol so much so that they feel intense pain, insomnia, and cravings if they stop using may benefit from a drug detox center. Is a substance abuse…
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Do you take your prescription medications in ways other than your doctor recommends? Do you have a few drinks every night after work? Habits like these can seem harmless. But they may actually be early signs of substance use disorder. Substance use disorder is synonymous with addiction. It means you use a chemical substance such…
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Long-term use of addictive substances changes the way the brain functions. It impacts relationships, causes physical damage, and brings challenges at work or in school. When things get difficult, it’s time to seek help. At Ethan Crossing, we offer substance abuse treatment in Ohio that can help you make lasting changes in your life. Detox…
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When it comes to addiction treatment, men have different needs in recovery compared to women. They also fall into substance use for different reasons than women might. Offering men a customized program to meet their needs can help them to embrace recovery. Our men’s addiction treatment program at Ethan Crossing Recovery uses science-backed therapies, holistic…
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If you’re searching for help for addiction or co-occurring mental health issues, you might have come across cognitive-behavioral therapy. This evidence-based approach to addiction treatment is used to help those in recovery make lasting changes in their lives. Whether you’re looking into cognitive-behavioral therapy for yourself or a loved one, finding a center near you…
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Alcohol and drug addiction can impact every area of your life, from your physical and mental health to relationships, work, and school. In an alcohol detox center, you’ll find comprehensive support for your journey to recovery. To begin your new sober life with a strong foundation, the best path forward is to go through detox…
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