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How to Stop Using Prescription Drugs

Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 12, 2023Updated: April 27, 2023Many people take prescription medications to treat various conditions and ailments. Prescription drugs can be an effective treatment when used as they are intended. Unfortunately, rates of prescription drug misuse continue to rise in communities across the…

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What Is a Xanax Addiction Treatment Program?

Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 3, 2023Updated: April 27, 2023Xanax is a kind of benzodiazepine that people usually take for panic disorders, insomnia, and generalized anxiety disorder. While it is one of the most common psychiatric medications in the country, individuals can also develop a dependency…

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What Is the Most Common Dual Diagnosis Amongst Women?

Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 21, 2023Updated: February 2, 2023Millions of people have co-occurring disorders in the United States. Of those individuals, women are disproportionately affected. Research suggests that dual diagnosis is more common among young women. So what is the most common dual diagnosis for…

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What Is the Definition of a Gateway Drug?

Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 15, 2023Updated: February 28, 2023The definition of a gateway drug never changes. However, the substances that experts consider to be gateway drugs are up for debate. Most importantly, though, people need to understand the definition. Understanding the term “gateway drug” can…