How Codependency and Addiction Relate

Addiction Treatment, Addiction Treatment / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Codependency often exists alongside addiction. Another way codependency is referred to is as a sort of relationship addiction. Someone who is codependent often has problems establishing boundaries with others, may exhibit people-pleasing tendencies, and may try to fix others. A person who has an addiction is often in a relationship with someone who is codependent. [...]

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What Is Trauma-Informed Care In Addiction Treatment?

Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Rehab, Substance Abuse / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Many factors may have contributed to the onset of your substance use disorder. While these illnesses are different for everyone, past trauma is one of the leading reasons for drug and alcohol abuse. Fortunately, the addiction treatment facility at Northern Illinois Recovery can help you overcome trauma and substance use disorders. The program seeks to

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4 Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Painkillers

Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

If you are suffering from an alcohol use disorder, the risk of abusing other substances is often high. Most people who binge drink also abuse prescription painkillers, such as opioids. Individuals often engage in polysubstance abuse to enhance the euphoric or sedating effects of other drugs. At Northern Illinois Recovery, we can help you overcome

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3 of the Most Dangerous Party Drugs

Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Drug Information / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Partying and clubbing is a long-held American tradition, especially for teenagers and young adults. Unfortunately, most parties involve party drugs (mostly psychoactive substances) to heighten the enjoyment. Party lovers and parents of teenagers need to gather substantial knowledge about such drugs. It can help maintain safety at parties. In Northern Illinois Recovery, we can help

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5 Effects of Heroin Use

Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Drug Information, Substance Abuse / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Heroin is among the most addictive substances. If you engage in heroin use for long periods or overdose on it, the drug can wreak havoc on your body. Heroin abusers experience euphoria, but the feeling does not last for long. The user needs to increase the substance's quantity to achieve the same high in subsequent

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How to Maintain Your Sobriety During the Holiday Season

Addiction Treatment, Sobriety, Substance Abuse / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Every December, many American families get together and make merry. It is a month of glad tidings, and alcohol is often part of having fun. However, if you are in recovery from substance abuse, the holiday season can be difficult to maintain sobriety. The holidays can remind you of drinking escapades, family problems, past trauma,

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The Impact of Opioids on the Brain

Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment, Drug Rehab Centers, Opioids / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Due to their availability in the prescribed form, opioids are among the most abused drugs in the United States. Health professionals use opioids as medicine due to their capacity to relax the body and relieve pain. Opioids affect the brain’s reward system to make you feel “high,” which has led to their non-medical use. You

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4 Ways to Achieve Long Lasting Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Recovery, Rehab, Relapse / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

How can I achieve long-lasting recovery? This is a question asked by almost everyone who is on the road to recovery. While going to rehab is the first step to long-term recovery, you have to put in a lot of work. Without the right tools and skills, you may relapse a few weeks after completing

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The Different Types of Relapse Triggers

Addiction Treatment, Relapse, Triggers / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Sobriety is a life-long commitment, with several ups and downs. Even after graduating from a rehab facility, you will face challenges in your recovery journey. Cravings are the primary challenge during recovery. While the desire to use drugs or alcohol seems to develop from nowhere, the truth is that relapse triggers bring them up. Northern

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5 Ways to Reduce Anger in Addiction Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Recovery, Rehab / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

The journey to recovery involves emotional lows and highs. During your addiction recovery, you will have both your triumph and down moments, and one of the emotions you will experience is anger. The primary reason for dealing with anger in recovery is that it is associated with relapse. Patients direct anger at themselves, specific people,

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Is Vaping a Gateway Drug?

Addiction Treatment, Drug Information, Rehab / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

With the growing popularity of vaping, people may wonder about the risks of this practice. Many people may be unfamiliar with exactly what vaping is and how it works. Maybe you’ve heard about vaping as a “safe” alternative to smoking. However, it’s critical to question just how “safe” it is and if it is a gateway drug.

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How Divorce Impacts Addiction

Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Treatment / By Dr. Beth Dunlap

Marriage can be a protective force against substance abuse. However, the sudden end of this union can be a risk factor for substance abuse. Divorce can cause an unstable home environment to the extent of driving you to drug or alcohol abuse. A spouse may develop feelings of resentment and turn to drugs and alcohol

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How Codependency and Addiction Relate

What Is Trauma-Informed Care In Addiction Treatment?

4 Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Painkillers

3 of the Most Dangerous Party Drugs

5 Effects of Heroin Use

How to Maintain Your Sobriety During the Holiday Season

The Impact of Opioids on the Brain

4 Ways to Achieve Long Lasting Recovery

The Different Types of Relapse Triggers

5 Ways to Reduce Anger in Addiction Recovery

Is Vaping a Gateway Drug?

How Divorce Impacts Addiction

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How Codependency and Addiction Relate

What Is Trauma-Informed Care In Addiction Treatmen...

4 Dangers of Mixing Alcohol and Painkillers

3 of the Most Dangerous Party Drugs

5 Effects of Heroin Use

How to Maintain Your Sobriety During the Holiday S...

The Impact of Opioids on the Brain

4 Ways to Achieve Long Lasting Recovery

The Different Types of Relapse Triggers

5 Ways to Reduce Anger in Addiction Recovery

Is Vaping a Gateway Drug?

How Divorce Impacts Addiction

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