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3 Things to Look for in an Addiction Treatment Center

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 15, 2020Updated: September 2, 2020If you or a loved one is facing drug or alcohol addiction, you know how terrible the damage it can cause. Thankfully, there are many addiction treatment centers dedicated to helping you start your journey…

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Tips for Understanding What Makes a Relapse Prevention Plan Work

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 17, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020Drug abuse continues to be a problem throughout the United States and the world. Unfortunately, many people do not get the treatment that they need because they don’t want to admit that they have a…

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What Is Relapse, and What Can You Do About It?

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 10, 2020Updated: August 7, 2020When people first get sober, they picture a future without any drug or alcohol abuse. However, the reality is that substance use disorders are a chronic condition with a high potential of relapse. However, you…

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Identify and Treat Your Common Triggers In Addiction

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 3, 2020Updated: June 11, 2021There is a lot of misunderstanding surrounding drug and alcohol addiction. Many people believe that addicts choose to abuse substances as a part of their lifestyles. Others believe that it’s easy to quit drinking or…

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The Connection Between Alcohol and Social Media

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 25, 2020Updated: July 14, 2020Social media is a part of daily life for many people. Unfortunately, when social media is constantly glorifying alcohol abuse, it can be hard to have a healthy attitude towards alcohol. Recognizing the relationship between…

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Valuable Tips for Relapse Prevention

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 24, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020The process for substance abuse recovery involves a never-ending journey. Even when you wish to remain sober, lingering aspects of physical and psychological dependency remain. People in recovery find themselves at risk of relapsing. Some…

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Gender and Addiction: Important Differences It Helps to Know

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 20, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020Gender and addiction impact each other in many ways that are sometimes subtle. There are major differences in how men and women become addicted to substances and respond to treatment. The reasons for those differences…

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The Connection Between Personality and Alcohol Dependence

Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 14, 2020Updated: June 1, 2020The link between personality and alcohol dependence is a topic that is of interest to many. The most common question surrounding the topic is whether certain personalities are more prone to develop dependency issues than…