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11 TV Shows on Addiction

11 TV Shows on Addiction

Want to Watch a Show About Addiction? Here's Who Gets It Right

In the past, sitcoms and other fictionalized content dominated television ratings. Each week, viewers tuned in to watch the development of their favorite characters, hanging on to story arcs and exploration of various themes. Thanks to digital TV subscription apps,...

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What is an Aggravated DWI in New Mexico

What is an Aggravated DWI in New Mexico?

Understanding Aggravated DUI and Getting Support in New Mexico

You were caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and now you are facing charges and some serious consequences. Understanding those charges is essential to building a case that can cast reasonable doubt and minimize your sentencing. But what is an...

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Is PTSD Neurodivergent

Is PTSD Neurodivergent?

Guidance on CPTSD and PTSD on the Neurodivergence Spectrum

Did you know that the United States government estimates that about 12 million American adults, or about 6% of the population, will experience PTSD symptoms within their lifetime? If you or a loved one struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you might...

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Relationships in Early Recovery

Relationships in Early Recovery

A Personal Account of Considering Relationships in Early Sobriety

My life has been a rollercoaster and in recovery, although it's improved, I still have ups and downs (like everyone does I suppose). But let's be clear: the decision to get clean and overcome substance abuse is a life-changing situation. It is an...

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What Happens if You Eat Cocaine

What Happens if You Eat Cocaine?

The Effects of Eating Cocaine and the Risks of Cocaine Overdose

I struggled with cocaine addiction off and on until I was in my mid-thirties. Before I finally got help at Icarus Behavioral Health, my cocaine use was out of control. I've ingested cocaine in just about every way you can...

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How to Tell if Adderall is Fake

How to Tell if Adderall is Fake

Recognizing the Differences Between Real vs Counterfeit Adderall

Adderall is a common prescription medication for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. According to recent headlines, ADHD medication demands are on the rise. And unfortunately, there are shortages due to manufacturing issues. In the midst, there is a growing supply of...

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Does Kava Kava Show Up on a Drug Test

Does Kava Kava Show Up on a Drug Test?

What is Kava Kava and Why is It Gaining Popularity?

What is Kava and what does it contain? Can drinking Kava tea or consuming Kava prescription medications interfere with your daily routine? Most importantly for the sake of our resource, does kava kava show up on a drug test? We’ll answer those questions...

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How Meth Affects Relationships

How Meth Affects Relationships

Meth and Its Effects on Families and Intimate Relationships

Meth addiction is a terrifying form of substance abuse. Take it from someone who struggled with meth use for over a decade. My mental health never suffered more than when I had an active addiction to crystal meth. If there's one drug...

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Does the VA Offer Rehab for PTSD

Does the VA Offer Rehab for PTSD?

Getting PTSD Treatment Support from the Veterans Administration

Becoming a United States Armed Forces member is an honorable career move - perhaps one of the bravest that someone entering the workforce can undertake. Unfortunately, this decision also carries certain inherent risks and challenges that may stick with any military member during...

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What is Tweaking

What is Tweaking?

Understanding the Meth Subculture and Getting a Loved One Help

To understand meth abuse, one must understand that there are levels of psychosis that drive you to the edge of sanity. When I finally sought treatment at Icarus Behavioral Health, I was tweaking hard following a week-long meth binge. I was...

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