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Does Prescription Drug Addiction Require Detox to Overcome?

Detox is the first stage of most prescription drug addiction treatment programs, but how important is it? It’s a fair question for anyone considering prescription drug treatment to ask. Prescription drug addiction treatment at Atlanta Detox Center is just one of the options people have for their recovery journeys. If you or someone you care…

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How to Have Success in an Addiction Treatment Program

The first step towards your success in substance abuse treatment programs is just choosing to go. Understanding that they offer the best hope of recovery is critical. At Atlanta Detox Center, our substance abuse treatment programs set people up for genuine, long-term recovery. If you or a loved one may benefit from an addiction treatment…

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How Individual Therapy Can Aid Recovery

Countless people across the country suffer from substance abuse and addiction issues. It can be challenging for people to figure out exactly how they can distance themselves from addiction and embrace recovery. In some situations, an individual therapy program can play a key role in the recovery process. At Atlanta Detox Center, individual therapy is…

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Symptoms of Prescription Drug Addiction in a Loved One

Unfortunately, addiction is one of the most pressing issues facing the modern healthcare system today. While many people may think about alcohol and recreational drugs as potentially addictive substances, prescription drugs can be just as dangerous. If you are worried that someone you know may require prescription drug addiction treatment, you may be wondering about…

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What Is Gender-Specific Treatment?

Mental health disorders are among the most pressing issues facing the healthcare system today. Because there has been a lot of research done in this field recently, treatment has become more specialized. That has given rise to something known as gender-specific treatment. Now, there are options available, including men’s detox centers, women’s detox centers, and…

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Can Unsupervised Alcohol Detox Become Deadly?

If you or someone you know is dealing with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, you understand how severe this can be. Because alcohol is legal, many people believe that alcohol addiction is not as bad. Unfortunately, going through alcohol withdrawal can be severe. Therefore, it is a good idea for everyone to avoid unsupervised…

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What to Expect in Opioid Addiction Treatment

Countless people suffer from opioid addiction across the country. During the past few years, an opioid crisis has developed. Even though opioids are commonly prescribed to treat chronic pain, they are also incredibly addictive, leading to a wide variety of addiction issues. If you are interested in an opioid addiction treatment program, what should you…

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What Is Psychological Dependence?

The complexity of dealing with addiction involves more than a client’s physical need for drugs or alcohol. Psychological dependence is about how substance abuse affects your behavior and ability to function. When it comes to substance abuse treatment programs, Atlanta Detox Center prides itself on how it approaches the issue of helping clients deal with…