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How Is Pain Managed for People in Recovery for Addiction?

Pain Management for Recovering Addicts Many people who suffer from chronic pain are prescribed opiates to treat their condition by reducing pain and improving mobility. If they begin abusing opioids…

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Addiction Treatment for People With Chronic Pain

Opioids and Chronic Pain Because opiates can effectively treat chronic pain, they are often prescribed to the individual who has that condition. Chronic pain is a widespread condition that affects…

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What Are the Most Common Causes of Chronic Pain?

What Are The Most Common Causes Of Chronic Pain? Research indicates that anywhere from 25% to 50% of American adults will suffer from chronic pain at one time or another….

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Treatment Approaches for Chronic Pain

How Is Chronic Pain Treated And What Are Pain Management Approaches? Chronic pain is the leading cause of long-term disabilities and is the most common cause for people to access…

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The Five Most Common Types of Chronic Pain

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, pain affects more Americans than cancer, heart disease, and diabetes all combined. Approximately one out of every four Americans, which is 76.2…

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Self-Care When You Love An Addict

Note: This is from contributor B.H. who regularly shares her stories as she’s gone through her son’s addiction and recovery journey.  The Importance of Self-Care when Your Child is Addicted…

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Alcohol and Depression: How Are They Associated?

Can Alcohol Worsen Depression Symptoms? If you are depressed, you might be more tempted to drink. Alcohol consumption is common today. Many people think a drink might help them through…

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Personality Disorders: What Are Cluster C Personality Disorders?

Understanding Cluster C Personality Disorders While borderline, narcissistic, and antisocial personality disorders are among the most well-known and frequently discussed personality disorders, the most common personality disorder in the United…

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Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a widely discussed and popular “armchair diagnosis” that people give to everyone from troubled siblings to frustrating bosses and political figures. While some informally diagnosed…

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Understanding Antisocial Personality Disorder

Ideas from psychology catch fire in the public imagination when they offer explanations for disturbing or transgressive behavior. Perhaps no psychology terms are as lurid or fascinating as “psychopath” and…

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