As with any drug, once you take your last Xanax or Valium – whether you intend to quit for good or you’ve just run out – the clock starts ticking. If you’re abusing it, or even if you’re just physically...
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Do-it-yourself detox from alcohol and drugs is never a picnic, but if you’re asking “how long does it take for benzo withdrawal symptoms to start?,” know this: You’re in for a rough ride that could be life-threatening. Benzos – short...
Read More Heroin withdrawal is caused by the cessation of the drug’s use after dependence is developed – in laymen’s terms, that means those who have done heroin long enough and repeatedly enough to cause a physical dependence in the body and...
Read More Heroin addiction is a life-threatening condition that’s often driven by the fear of how excruciating coming off of it can be. In fact, it can be argued that for the vast majority of heroin addicts, asking “how long does it...
Read More If you’re a heavy drinker and decide to quit, then the clock is ticking: What is the timeline for alcohol withdrawal symptoms? It’s important to understand both the nature of those symptoms and when you might begin to experience them...
Read More You’ve made the decision to stop drinking, but you’re still grappling with your biggest worry: How long does it take for alcohol withdrawal symptoms to start? Withdrawal from any drug, alcohol included, is a cause for concern, because even the...
Read More If you’re unsure of who pays for drug rehab, know this: Someone does. Despite some of the mystique surrounding drug and alcohol treatment, it’s a medical service provided like any other. If you break your arm, the continuum of care...
Read More If you’re considering it for a drug and alcohol problem and wondering what rehab is really like, blogger Adam Fout has a good analogy. It is, he said, like high school. I know that a lot of people who have...
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