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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 Group Therapy Can Keep Your Recovery on Track

Group therapy is just one tool people use to support their recovery, but it’s an effective one. If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction, a group therapy program puts you with others who understand the challenges you might face as you go through addiction treatment. Our group therapy program at Atlanta…

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Most Abused Prescription Drugs

When you take over-the-counter or prescription drugs for recreational and other non-medical purposes, they can have severe health impacts. The most abused prescription drugs in the US fall into opioids, stimulants, and depressants. Unfortunately, you can develop a dependency on prescription medication, even when you follow your doctor’s directions. If you’re battling an addiction to…

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Should I Go to a Detox Center?

An addiction is a chronic condition that may take years for the individual to recover. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, close to 19.7 million Americans struggled with a substance use disorder. Asking yourself if you should go to a detox center is one of the first major steps you can…