For someone who doesn’t suffer from an addiction, it’s easy to think, “Anyone can quit with the right willpower.” The reality is that it’s not that simple. Physical and psychological dependence make it nearly impossible to quit without help. Sure, ending physical dependence is possible with an intensive detoxification process. However, the main reason people…
There is always an air of mystery that surrounds drugs. Some of this mystery comes from people spreading myths about drugs that they know nothing about. Unfortunately, this lack of knowledge makes it difficult for people to protect themselves against drugs. Below are a few myths that everyone should know. At Crestview Recovery, we help…
You’re struggling with a substance abuse problem. You’ve tried to cut back or quit outright. Suddenly, you’re dealing with withdrawal symptoms, which are signs of physical addiction. What is physiological dependence, and how do you overcome it? What is Physiological Dependence? Your body tells you that it needs the drug to survive. While you know…