Did you know that the consumption of alcohol in Canada is on the rise? Reports indicate that Canadians consume more alcohol on average than the United States and many other countries worldwide. Alcohol, even in small doses, can affect your health. In addition to these negative health effects, alcohol addiction can majorly impact your work, […]
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Major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) has ranked MDD as the world’s third most common cause of disease. Unfortunately, the WHO has also predicted that it will be the world’s first most common cause of disease by the year 2030. But
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A recent study looked at the drinking habits of nearly 36,000 Canadian adults. Shockingly, some Canadians reported drinking up to 210 alcoholic beverages per week, an almost certain sign of alcoholism. Are you living with an alcoholic? If so, you may be wondering how to best navigate your relationship. Should you leave or should you
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Alcoholism is a disease that affects us all, directly or indirectly. We’re conditioned to think of alcohol use as a standard coping mechanism in day-to-day life. If you’re feeling down, simply drink your woes away, or at least enjoy forgetting them for the moment. There’s an edge of the morbid surrounding alcohol and its ubiquity,
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Did you know that the number of deaths every day due to opioid overdose is on the rise in Canada? Heroin is an opioid and an incredibly addictive drug that originates from the opium poppy. This plant naturally grows in South and Central America and some parts of Asia. This addictive drug has grown in popularity
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Around 14% of Canadians over 15 use opioid pain relievers. Out of that percentage, approximately 6% report misuse or abuse. Prescription opioids are one of the reasons there is an increase in overdoses. Addiction and substance use disorder can increase several health risks. If you or a loved one has a substance use disorder, you
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Over 10% of Ontario’s population uses substances problematically. Ontario has witnessed an increase in the cases of harm caused by opioid abuse. If you or a loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, you’re not alone. There are a variety of 12-step programs and resources available to help those struggling with addiction get healthy
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In the beginning phases of recovery, social gatherings that aren’t substance free are simply avoided to support the growth of the individual who’s trying to recover. However, as time goes on attending social events that involve drinking may become more manageable. If you believe that you or your loved one is ready to be in
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It’s time You’re feeling like it might be time to explore treatment options for a rehabilitation center and not sure what to expect? Well first off congratulate yourself for embarking on this incredibly important step towards recovery. It can be a very difficult decision in life, for you and your family. Although it may seem
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What is an Overdose? A drug overdose or alcohol overdose is a biological response when the body receives too much of a substance or a mix of substances. Sometimes an overdose can be accidental or intentional. Overdoses can occur with drugs, alcohol, prescription medications and other substances. In certain situations, overdoses can be fatal; however,
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