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Tramadol is a painkiller used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. It's a widely prescribed medication and is considered to be a relatively safe drug, but it can be addictive, and coming off can lead to withdrawal symptoms. If you’re considering quitting tramadol, you need to understand the potential symptoms of tramadol withdrawal and how to manage them.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, the topic of getting professional help through a partial hospitalization program (PHP therapy) has probably come up. Maybe family members or friends have brought it up, or perhaps you’ve thought about it yourself.

Clinical depression (also known as major depressive disorder) is an extremely common form of mental illness in adults and children alike. In fact, it’s been estimated that in 2020 over 8 percent of the world's adult population experienced an episode of depression.

Alcohol is a subtle foe. At least that’s what the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous states. Drinking alcohol is socially acceptable and a part of many people’s daily lives.

When it comes to your mental health, knowing about all the helpful resources available to you is vital. When most people think of getting “treatment” for mental health issues, they usually think of residential treatment and intensive outpatient programs (IOP).

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has proven to be an extremely effective treatment for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). CBT is a type of psychotherapy that is used to treat mental health issues.

Addictions are neuropsychological disorders affecting hundreds of millions of Americans, and while addiction isn’t a new phenomenon, it has only been an area of research since the mid-21st century, which means that we are still learning more about it every year.

For someone who has been abusing mind-altering substances for a long time but wants to get sober, the idea of staying sober forever can seem overwhelming or even impossible.

“Wet brain” is a condition caused by alcohol abuse. Also known as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, “wet brain” is a form of degenerative brain damage that typically only happens in people who have been suffering from alcohol use disorder for some time.

Explore the intricate relationship between substance abuse & depression. Learn about symptoms & effective treatment options at ASIC Recovery Services.