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Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro—regardless of the brand name you recognize, semaglutide has firmly established itself in the current health conversation. From trending social media posts to mainstream news reports, a fascinating pattern has emerged among individuals using this medication for weight loss or diabetes: an unexpected side effect — their cravings for alcohol seemed to decrease. […]

Deciding to seek outpatient addiction treatment in Hernando, Mississippi, is an important step in recovery from alcohol or drug addiction. Oxford Outpatient Treatment Center in Southaven, American Addiction Center’s newest facility, is less than 15 miles from Hernando and can support your recovery journey and help you end the cycle of addiction. Keep reading to […]

Are you looking for addiction treatment near Olive Branch, Mississippi? Help is available at Oxford Outpatient Treatment Center, American Addiction Center’s newest drug and alcohol rehab in Southaven, Mississippi, which is less than 30 minutes northwest of Olive Branch. Read on to learn more about drug and alcohol rehab near Olive Branch, the types of […]

Alcohol Awareness Month aims to increase public awareness about alcohol and alcohol use disorders (AUDs). As a public outreach campaign, it cultivates consciousness regarding everything from the adverse effects of alcohol and its impact on individuals and communities to alcohol use disorder prevention and treatment. So what can you do to support Alcohol Awareness Month? […]

Public Services – 6% Working in public services – such as the police force, army, paramedics and air force – can be high-paced and extremely stressful, leading to higher alcohol consumption during the day. Education – 7% Dealing with children is especially tough and might make you want to sip on a glass of vino […]

Recovery may seem like a dream in the distant future for some. But the truth is, long-term recovery is a reality for many. And as much as alcohol misuse may seem to “choose” who it wants and the onus of the battle with alcoholism falls on the shoulders of the individual, it requires support from […]

Alcohol is both a legal and an intoxicating substance that is often intertwined in socially work-related settings. Needing to impress a potential client? Take them out for drinks. Happy Hour with co-workers meant to build comradery and good will? Show up after work ready for conversation and drinking. The Christmas party at work? Wear your […]

What is Denial in Addiction? The American Psychological Association (APA) defines denial as an involuntary “defense mechanism” that aims to ignore negative or unpleasant thoughts or feelings.1 In terms of substance use disorders, denial and “lack of awareness” are commonly seen among people during their early stages of recovery from substance use disorders, and they often […]

As part of the LGBTQ+ community, being proud of who you are and how you stand in this world is liberating. And one of the underlying reasons why that liberation is so significant and why there is a celebration of pride is due to a time when so many felt too ashamed to simply be […]

A prescription anticonvulsant, gabapentin is approved for use for the treatment of epileptic seizures, restless legs syndrome, and nerve pain from postherpetic neuralgia1,2—a condition characterized by pain that can last for months after a shingles infection. In its various forms, gabapentin is marketed under brand names such as Gralise, Horizant, and Neurontin, and is also […]