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The Scottsdale Recovery and Detox Center® blog serves as a resources to provide information on all aspects of drug and alcohol detox and addiction, from what signs to look for and how to help family or your loved ones recover, to all available treatment options. Visit our blog often for new information! Our goal is to share our deep expertise and insights to help those who may be suffering from addiction to seek help. For those who have family or loved ones that are addicted, the SD blog provides useful information on how to get help, how to prepare for detox and treatment, and what to expect! Other pertinent blogs can be found here: https://scottsdalerecovery.com/blog/

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Why Can’t I Stop Using Drugs and Alcohol on My Own?

Through continuous research and discussion on the subject, it’s been realized that substance abuse is a mental disease. Every time you use substances, your brain releases dopamine, which makes you happy. With constant use, you need more substance to feel happier, which leads to addiction. So, if you’ve been struggling to quit using drugs and alcohol, here’s what you should know. What does it take to quit a substance? Acceptance As with all kinds of changes, quitting substance also requires […]

Is Detoxing at Home Really Safe?

It may sound cliché, but it is true that admitting you have a problem is the first step to recovery. However, there is a right and wrong way to do things, and choosing the wrong way can lead to relapse or failure to get clean in the first place. There are many addicts who assume that they can recover from their addiction on their own if they have enough willpower and tenacity. This isn’t always the case, though. Recovering from […]

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