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Surviving a Family Disease

Caring for a person recovering from substance use disorder presents many unique challenges and frustrations. If this person is a loved one, it may be even harder to filter through the negative interactions that substance

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Keeping Up With the Times

July 12th marks the 56th birthday of Livengrin. Therefore, we are taking a moment to reflect on just how far we have come. Take a look at the journey that has taken our addiction treatment

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Addiction Treatment in the LGBTQ+ Community

The culture of drug abuse and addiction is different among the LGBTQ+ community. Trends and attitudes differ significantly from the rest of the population. An estimated 20 to 30% of the LGBTQ community abuses substances,

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Physical and Medical Signs of Drug Addiction

  Sometimes, drug addiction can result in certain physical and medical signs in a person. If you are worried about someone close to you struggling, there are behaviors you can look for. The following physical

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What to Expect At A 12-Step Program Meeting

Livengrin and many other addiction recovery centers offer many kinds of group support meetings, including AA meetings (a.k.a 12 step programs).The idea of attending a 12-step program can be intimidating, especially if it is your

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Addiction Among Healthcare Professionals

Prevalence of Substance Abuse Disorder is disproportionately high among healthcare professionals. Stress, exhaustion, and a number of other factors cause people to turn to substances to keep up or cope. As a result, according to

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Drug Take-Back Day

Every April, the National Prescription Drug Takeback Day serves as a reminder of the year-round public health measures taken to safely remove and dispose of unneeded prescription medications from people’s homes to prevent abuse and

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Addiction Treatment for Professionals

Statistics show that addiction treatment for professionals is more common now than ever. The professional world is faced with a lot of stressors and expectations, and different factors contribute to substance abuse. Therefore, navigating recovery

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The Dangers of At Home Alcohol & Drug Detox

When overcoming drug or alcohol dependence, at home detox may seem like a desirable option, however, experts agree that there are dangers in detoxing at home. [1]Therefore, it is much safer to seek medically supported

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