The young adult years, particularly between 18 and 25, are a dangerous time for drug and alcohol use. The earlier someone starts using drugs or alcohol, the more likely she will develop a substance use disorder later on. Drugs and alcohol can also harm developing brains, leading to lower IQ and less self-control as adults.…
Detoxing is perhaps the most important part of recovery because you have to go through it to even get started. If you’ve struggled with addiction for a while, the prospect of detox can be intimidating. Fear of withdrawal keeps many people trapped in addiction and it’s understandable to be anxious going into it. However, the…