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Monitor how your body responds to alcohol, as well as how you feel when you don’t drink. But most people have a hard time discerning when they’ve gone beyond moderate drinking and should consider cutting back, according to Koob. If a setback happens, get back ...
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Most people who develop substance use disorder do so for a combination of reasons, including genetics and environmental factors. One of the brain areas still maturing during adolescence is the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain that allows people to assess situations, make sound decisions, ...
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While a drink or two might not have any impact on your health while you take prednisone, it’s always best to talk to your doctor first to avoid complications and give you the best outcome. Prednisone may cause bones to become thin and brittle, possibly ...
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For alcohol and drug addictions, it is a good idea to talk to a doctor or local drug clinic about whether you need medical help in quitting. There are options for medications to help alleviate withdrawal symptoms. In some cases, you may need medical supervision ...
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Finding a quality residence is made easier by accreditation agencies that ensure that their affiliated sober living homes meet appropriate standards. If you are not court-ordered or mandated to be in the residence, then you may leave the sober living home at any time. If ...
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SUD is a medical condition that requires proper medical treatment. As with other substances that may cause a person to develop an SUD, using meth can lead to physical, mental, and social difficulties. The term “addiction” describes a pattern of behavior rather than bodily processes, ...
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Health information on safe opioid use could also be provided to patients. Educational and training sessions could be offered to patients on how to use opioids safely, especially information about appropriate storage (eg, lock boxes) and disposal of pharmaceuticals that are no longer needed. They ...
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This activity illustrates the evaluation and treatment of alcoholic ketoacidosis and explains the role of the interprofessional team in managing patients with this condition. AKA can be an unrecognized cause of patients presenting with a severe metabolic acidosis, including the presence of ketones. It should ...
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