The best way to describe mental and physical addiction is to determine the difference between want and need. A person may want some drinks but the body isn’t physically desiring alcohol. Physical addiction is when the body requires alcohol to function. Mental addiction is both physical and physiological. A physical addiction to alcohol is different Read More…
Coping with Anxiety During Recovery
Addiction issues and emotional growth are part of recovery. Every person deals with anxiety on a daily basis. Self-help may not always be enough. Normal anxiety can be managed on one’s own while abnormal levels of anxiety may warrant professional help. Learn about treatment options and coping mechanisms for dealing with anxiety during recovery. Purpose Read More…
Developing a Dependence on Cocaine
Cocaine can create serious health problems which may lead to cardiac arrest, stroke, seizure or death. Addiction is different from cocaine dependence in that symptoms vary person to person but can be difficult to discern without recognizing the symptoms. Learn what the symptoms of dependence on cocaine are and how to recognize symptoms as they Read More…