Is Roid Rage Real?
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by The Recovery Village
5y ago
Misusing steroids to build muscle has been linked to several health issues such as liver damage and high cholesterol. A common question surrounding the use of steroids is whether or not they can lead to dangerous behavior. There still is not enough research on steroid-induced aggression, commonly called roid rage, but there is some evidence that it does exist. Studies show that misusing anabolic steroids can lead to aggression or roid rage. The Dangers of Steroid Use Several types of steroids exist. Corticosteroids are used to treat some common health conditions such as lupus, asthma and ar ..read more
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Workplace Deaths Related to Substance Abuse on the Rise
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by The Recovery Village
5y ago
Millions of people in the United States struggle with a substance use disorder, which means that this is rarely an issue that is confined to people’s personal lives. Instead, substance use disorders impact every aspect of a person’s life, including their work. When an employee has a substance use disorder, this can cause problems for their employer, but there are other serious risks. Statistics show that workplace deaths related to substance misuse have been on the rise. Workplace Deaths on the Rise Related to Substance Misuse Fatal drug overdoses in the workplace have been soaring in recent ..read more
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Cigarette Smoking and Substance Use Disorder: What You Should Know
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by The Recovery Village
5y ago
Addiction recovery can be challenging, which is why some people use a variety of coping mechanisms. Some coping mechanisms are healthier than others. For people who smoke cigarettes, there are obvious health hazards associated with smoking, but there is also an additional danger. According to a recent study, smoking cigarettes in recovery could increase the chances of experiencing a setback. Nicotine addiction and cigarette smoking are tied to setbacks in recovery, according to a new study. The Prevalence of Smokers in Recovery The CDC reports that roughly 15.5 percent of adults in the United ..read more
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What is National Take Back Day?
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by The Recovery Village
5y ago
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a designated day for dropping off prescription drugs that are expired or no longer needed. Many people find that they do not use all the medications that they are prescribed. These medications can sometimes include drugs that can be dangerous or addictive, including drugs such as opioids, certain sleeping medications or certain anxiety medications. Many people who have an addiction to these types of medications obtain them from other people who were prescribed them. National Take Back Day offers a way for people to dispose of these potentially danger ..read more
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Giving Back: How to Become an AA Sponsor
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by The Recovery Village
5y ago
Sponsors in AA encourage, guide, advise and support AA members in achieving and maintaining sobriety. There are several components to alcohol rehab, and attending group therapy sessions is often a part. More specifically, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are popular in alcohol rehab and can be an effective component of an overall treatment protocol. While not mandatory, many people who participate in AA meetings also team up with a sponsor. An AA sponsor is one who helps people along their journey to recovery, including providing guidance, offering advice and support, and holding the person ..read more
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