Midwest Recovery Centers Blog
Can Big Data Improve Addiction Recovery?
Addiction recovery professionals are using data to understand how different people are abusing drugs as well as finding more effective treatment. Let’s first look at how big data is helping to understand those addicted to drugs.
5 Natural Remedies to Control Alcohol Shakes
Making the choice to quit drinking requires courage and bravery. The process of detoxing is challenging, especially if you experience the alcohol shakes.
5 Red Flags of a Secret Alcoholic
This article will take a look at five of the biggest warning signs of a secret alcoholic. Keep reading to find out how you can tell if your loved one is hiding a grueling battle with alcoholism.
Debunked: The Myth of the Functioning Addict
A functioning addict typically believes that they are different than addicts who no longer have it together. But what does this term really mean? How are the effects of their addiction any different?
The Benefits of Adding Yoga to Your Addiction Recovery Program
Yoga can have plenty of benefits for those recovering from addiction. Read on to see why you should add yoga to your addiction recovery program.
What to Expect From Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment
Confronting a loved one to consider prescription drug addiction treatment is a tough battle. I hope those reading this can get an understanding of the treatment process whether it’s to convince a loved one or if you’re the one in need. Here is what you should know.
The Role of Sleep in Opiate Addiction Treatment
One factor people often underestimate is the importance of sleep in opiate addiction treatment. At its core, addiction is an illness. And, just like any other illness, proper sleep is necessary to recover from it. Let’s take a look at why sleep is so essential to recovery.
How Stereotypes Prevent Us From Dealing With Addiction
Today, we’re discussing how stereotypes hold us back from truly dealing with addiction head-on, and how we can fight to change them. Ready to learn more? Let’s get started!
Biological Causes of Alcoholism: The Genes That Hold the Influence
Can a harmless drink at the bar with friends turn into a much bigger problem? Is alcohol altering key functions in our brain? What’s the science behind all of this? Keep reading to learn more about the causes of alcoholism.
The Importance of Treating Opioid Addiction as A Chronic Condition
Drug addiction does rely on an individual’s particular actions and choices, however, it may have more similarities to a chronic affliction than some may believe. Curious as to how? Read on while we take a deeper dive into the science of opiate addiction.
