a doctor talks to his patient about the long term effects of opioid painkillers

What Are the Long-term Effects of Opioid Painkillers?

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Opioid painkillers were never intended for long-term use. They work very well for people who have been badly injured, people who have just undergone a medical procedure, such as a surgery, or people with terminal illnesses. Unfortunately, many people believe they are the only way to treat chronic pain, such as back pain. Others just… Continue Reading What Are the Long-term Effects of Opioid Painkillers?

a woman uses meditation as one of her coping skills for addiction recovery

6 Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery

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Learning healthy coping skills is one of the most important parts of addiction recovery. For many people who struggle with addiction, substance use was their primary means of coping with life’s difficulties. Whether the issue was stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma, drugs or alcohol helped to relieve the distress. Recovery may appear daunting because you… Continue Reading 6 Coping Skills for Addiction Recovery