Eating Disorders and Unrealistic American Beauty by: Layne Cook Roland, LMSW Over 5 million Americans suffer from eating disorders (ED), which include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. Millions more display ED or disorder eating symptoms without meeting the diagnostic criteria for a full-blown disorder. EDs adversely affect both physical and psychological functioning,…
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Opiate Addiction And The Devastating Facts In 2017, over 72,000 people died from drug overdoses according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). This was the worst year ever for this type of death. Nearly the same amount suffered from non-fatal overdoses during the same period. Of these over doses, two-thirds of them were directly…
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Vicodin and Teenagers Vicodin addiction among teens is an increasingly prevalent problem in the United States. Whether you live In a rural area, the suburbs or in the cities, Vicodin, as well as other other prescription drugs, are becoming more and more popular among our teenage population. Why is the problem exploding Because, Vicodin and…
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The Destructive Nature of Alcohol Addiction Millions of people across the world are suffering with alcohol addiction every single day. Now, it’s easy to assume that it’s a result of exceeding your limit due to carelessness and having fun, but the problem is much more complex than first meets the eye. There are a variety…
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What in the World is “Kratom”? Highly Addictive AND Legal! All natural, organically grown, and non-gmo have become some of the most sought after titles by any product. People are tired of chemicals and preservatives and additives in their foods and drinks. They want products that are better for them and that they can…
Read MoreAddiction Treatment Myths Addiction recovery encompasses a range of variables and stages that work together to address the challenges that one faces when starting the road to their recovery as well as providing help for the loved ones that are also affected along the way. The treatment process is different for everyone and are determined…
Read MoreWomen’s Wellness Group A women’s group that focuses on body image and eating disorder issues has recently been added to Palmetto’s program! Over 5 million American’s suffer from eating disorders and 50% of those abuse drugs or alcohol. That is why Palmetto Addiction Recover Center has made women’s issues a priority in our program. “Imagine…
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Are You Ready to Live a Sober Life? For people who are struggling with drug and/or alcohol addiction, sobriety can seem like an impossible goal. But recovery is possible, no matter how hopeless your situation may appear. With the right treatment and support and addressing the root causes of your addiction change is achievable. Don’t…
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Not many people realize that your body has natural opioid receptors. In fact, your body actually produces a type of opioid that helps to fight pain when you have received an injury or experience pain. These opioids are also produced in the intestine to help relieve pain and discomfort that may come from digestive issues.…
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Journaling Your Way Through Recovery Keeping a journal can be an effective tool for someone detoxing and in recovery. Research shows that journaling can help to reduce stress, improves mental health and, may even lower the risk of a relapse. Journaling is a way for a recovering addict to track their progress through the recovery…
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