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Is Medication Required to Treat ADD?
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), now more commonly referred to as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), predominantly inattentive presentation, affects millions of people across all age groups. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Imposter Syndrome and Dissociative Identity Disorder
Living with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) presents unique challenges that extend far beyond the condition itself. One particularly complex aspect that many individuals with DID experience is imposter syndrome—the persistent feeling of being a fraud or not...
Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking GLP-1 Medications?
If you're taking a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro for weight management or diabetes, you may be wondering if it's safe to drink alcohol while on these medications. This is an important question, as many social situations involve alcohol, and...
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Choosing a San Diego Rehab
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Benefits of Rehab
How to Not Be Codependent
Codependent individuals can give so selflessly that they ignore their own needs, leading to struggles with partners, parents, and friends.
Crisis Intervention
Crisis intervention can be a necessary strategy when a loved one is struggling with mental health disorders or substance abuse to help find long-term recovery.
Social Media's Effect on Mental Health
Social media can have a profound impact on our mental health. Learn how to protect yourself and find resources here at Healthy Life Recovery.
Intervention Over the Holidays
Performing an intervention for addiction over the holidays can be challenging, but with help and guidance, a successful intervention can lead to recovery.
Fighting the Holistic Treatment Stigma
The holistic treatment stigma can lead to individuals not receiving complete addiction treatment. Holistic methods can help with the mind, body, and soul.
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Anabolic Steroid Addiction
Anabolic steroid abuse can lead to physical, psychological, and social problems. Anabolic steroids are synthetic hormones derived from testosterone that are commonly used by athletes and bodybuilders to enhance physical performance.