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Drug and Alcohol Withdrawal Management: Important Things to Know

Withdrawal from drugs or alcohol can be an intensely difficult process. When the mind and body have come to depend on the effects of a substance, its removal can lead to a range of uncomfortable, painful or distressing symptoms. In some cases, withdrawal can be very dangerous, as the body…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresNovember 1, 2018

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Continuation of Care for Addiction Treatment

Recovery is a lifelong process. Evidence-based addiction treatment provides someone with the foundation necessary to achieve a sober, balanced life. However, due to the nature of recovery, treatment should not stop after its initial phase. Aftercare is an essential element of addiction treatment. Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres' Continuation of Care counselling…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 28, 2018

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Addiction Intervention – Everything You Need to Know

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres offers intervention services with certified, experienced addiction counsellors and trained interventionists. Interventions are available at no extra cost for those admitted for treatment at one of our residential treatment centres. This article offers a comprehensive guide to conducting an intervention. Interventions are an effective method of…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 25, 2018

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Video Game Addiction – Symptoms, Effects and Treatment

Our society has not always recognized gaming addiction as a legitimate condition. However, the disorder was recently included in the latest edition of the World Health Organization’s authoritative Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders. This reflects our growing understanding of addictive processes. It also demonstrates that gaming addiction…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 19, 2018

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Side Effects of Smoking Weed and Important Things to Keep in Mind

Weed is sometimes thought of as being a relatively harmless drug. While its effects are certainly not as dramatic or pronounced as those of other drugs, such as heroin or cocaine, it does have a range of potential side effects. This article describes some of the more common ones. Physical…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 16, 2018

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Alcohol Side Effects on Your Body and Mind

Alcohol abuse is responsible for an estimated 7% of deaths in Canada. Around 19% of Canadians over the age of twelve meet the Statistics Canada criteria for Alcohol Use Disorder. Many more who fall below these criteria still drink regularly. It is very important to understand the way in which…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 13, 2018

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Cocaine Use Side Effects on Your Body and Mind

Cocaine is a potent, addictive stimulant that many people use recreationally. It has a range of side effects, both short- and long-term. Sustained cocaine use can have an extremely damaging effect on the heart, brain, central nervous system and other vital organs. This article discusses the side effects of cocaine…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 10, 2018

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Outpatient Addiction Treatment – Benefits and Options

There are many benefits to outpatient addiction treatment of the type provided by Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres. It provides clients with the opportunity to receive expert, dedicated treatment while still attending to professional or family responsibilities. Clients can arrange outpatient treatment to suit their needs, schedule and budget. Outpatient treatment…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 6, 2018

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Is Weed Addictive?

As we approach the legalization of marijuana in Canada, there is much discussion over whether weed is addictive. Many people regularly use marijuana for recreational or medical reasons, the question is relevant to a substantial proportion of the population. Contrary to what is some sources claim, it is fully possible…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresOctober 3, 2018

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Addiction Recovery Anniversaries and Important Things to Keep in Mind

Many people in the early stages of recovery wonder whether it is appropriate to mark anniversaries of sobriety, and if so, how it is best to do it. While some people may decide to simply let them pass by, there are several potential benefits to marking them. These benefits are…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresSeptember 30, 2018

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