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What Is Medical Detox?
Updated on August 8th, 2025 The term “medical detox” may sound scary, intimidating, painful, or some combination of all of the above. But in reality,
July 9, 2018
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What is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?
Updated August 8th, 2025 When it comes to drug and alcohol withdrawal and detox, no two experiences are alike. There are several factors that will
July 5, 2018
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What Are Common Drug Withdrawal Symptoms?
Published on August 10th, 2020 During detox, you may experience what is known as drug withdrawal. There is no reason to be fearful of this,
June 20, 2018
Drug Addiction
How to Recognize Prescription Drug Abuse
Updated August 8th, 2025 Prescription drug abuse is much more common than you might think. In 2023, an estimated 14.4 million Americans misused prescription psychotherapeutic
June 13, 2018
After Detox
How to Stay Sober After Detox
Updated August 8th, 2025 Key Takeaways Completing drug and alcohol detox is the first of several steps in a comprehensive addiction treatment plan. Although it
June 4, 2018
Detox
Can I Quit Drugs Cold Turkey On My Own?
Updated August 8th, 2025 You’ve reached the end of your rope and you’re ready to commit to a life change. You want to get sober,
May 29, 2018
Drug Addiction
Drug Tolerance: What It Is, How it Develops, and Why It’s Dangerous
Updated August 8th, 2025 While browsing the Briarwood Detox Center blog, you may come across terms like “dependence,” “addiction,” and “tolerance” often, without truly understanding
May 28, 2018
Detox
Are You Addicted to Your Anxiety Medication?
Updated August 7th, 2025 It all started with a single prescription. You felt overly anxious and depressed. Everything was difficult—sleeping, eating, and even just waking
May 18, 2018
Alcohol Addiction
8 Signs Your Loved One Is an Alcoholic
Updated August 7th, 2025 Alcohol addiction, despite its prevalence, is not always easy to spot. Many high-functioning alcoholics go for weeks, months, and years suffering
May 18, 2018
Detox
Need Fast Drug Detox for a Job Interview? Here’s the Truth
Last Updated August 7th, 2025 You’ve been binging on drugs and alcohol for weeks and now you need drug detox fast for a job interview
April 24, 2018
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