by Nexus Recovery | Jul 27, 2018
Blackouts were once associated with alcoholism but can happen when a person drinks a lot of alcohol too fast. Blackouts can cause long-term damage. High levels of alcohol impair the part of the brain that forms new memories. A blackout is characterized by amnesia...
by Nexus Recovery | Jul 26, 2018
Addiction is complex and recovery can seem impossible when you are struggling with addiction. However, recovery is possible with the right treatment, determination, and lifestyle changes. Addiction to drugs or alcohol and addictive behavior takes your brain hostage...
by Nexus Recovery | Jul 9, 2018
The brain is a very important organ in the human body. It controls how we move, walk, talk, and speak. The brain adapts to environmental changes and allows us to cope with negative emotions, form memories, and learn. The addicted brain changes chemically and...
by Nexus Recovery | Jul 6, 2018
Recovery is a lifelong process that is not easy, but does not need to be miserable. In recovery, old habits of using drugs or alcohol are replaced with healthy new ones. Gradually, you will begin to experience the full joy of everything in life. Living substance free...
by Nexus Recovery | Jun 25, 2018
Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a life-long process with many challenges and obstacles to overcome along the way. Addiction compromises personal relationships with loved ones and interferes with responsibilities. It results in job loss, financial problems,...
by Nexus Recovery | Jun 19, 2018
The human body consists of many organs that all function together to keep a person alive. These organs need to stay healthy so they can operate on a daily basis and are essential to survival. Drug and alcohol use affects all of them. According to Nora Volkow, MD,...
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