“Holistic” is a term used in several parts of society. Medical care providers strive for a holistic approach to their patients. Colleges and universities now consider applicants after reviewing their applications holistically and evaluating every aspect of the application file. Nutritionists educate and suggest diets based on how they impact a person’s body, mind, and […]
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The past 25 years have seen social media move from infancy into full-blown adulthood. In the early 2000s, MySpace was the first social media platform to reach one million monthly users. Today, the top five platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, WhatsApp, and TikTok) all have monthly users numbering in the billions. More than 80% of people
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Prescription drug withdrawal comes with an increased risk of severe complications. Depending on which substances you are using and how long you’ve been using them, you may need medication-assisted treatment, a specialized form of drug detox. Prescription drug withdrawal symptoms will typically start within the first few days of your last dose, get gradually worse,
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One of the first steps in recovering from substance use disorders is the detox process. The detox process includes multiple elements, from therapy to medication assisted treatment (MAT). One of the most important aspects of the withdrawal process is managing withdrawal symptoms, and not all withdrawal symptoms are created equal. Depending on the substance, they
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