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Differences Between Substance Use and Abuse

When discussing drug use, it is very easy to confuse certain terms because, in our minds, they are all related and can seem similar. However, it is crucial, both in general conversation and especially in environments where drug use is

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Barbiturates: effects, risks, and addiction

Barbiturates are central nervous system depressant drugs that can produce sedation, drowsiness, and dependence if consumed improperly. Although they are used less today than other medications, their abuse can be dangerous, especially if mixed with alcohol or other substances. When

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How to prevent addictions?

Can an addiction be prevented? How to prevent addictions? An addiction is a chronic illness that anyone can suffer from; no one is exempt from it. Regardless of age, social class, economic level… For this reason, it is essential to

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Addiction: A Chronic Disease

Addiction is a chronic disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines addiction as “a physical and psycho-emotional disease that creates a dependence or need toward a substance, activity, or relationship. It is characterized by a set of signs and symptoms

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Hallucinogenic Drugs, the Worst Trip

People often use drugs seeking the effects they produce in our body. However, they are often not aware of what can happen, and in the case of hallucinogenic drugs, what is known as a bad trip can result in the

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Heroin addiction treatment

Heroin addiction can be overcome. It is possible to stop using, but professional help is required to achieve it. At CCAdicciones we provide a treatment to quit heroin, always supervised by a medical team. Heroin is an illegal drug synthesized

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Addictive behaviors

Willpower and Addictions

<If you put your mind to it, you can achieve anything>, <where there’s a will, there’s a way>, or <with determination, anything is possible>. These are motivational phrases that in certain contexts are useful and help motivate oneself to achieve

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Addictive behaviors

Mindfulness for Addiction Recovery

Close your eyes, breathe, clear your mind, and focus on the now. These are the steps followed by CCAdicciones patients when they practice mindful meditation as part of relaxation and Mindfulness therapy. These are techniques that help combat addictions and

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