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Is Marijuana Addictive?

by Aton Center | May 23, 2017 | marijuana, recovery process, rehab centers, relapse prevention

There are a lot of competing perspectives on marijuana and whether it is truly addictive. So is it? A drug is considered addictive if it makes you dependent on it. In other words, you get withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it. You also crave an addictive drug – as...

Medical Marijuana

by Aton Center | May 20, 2017 | Addiction Treatment, addictive behavior, marijuana

When physicians choose to prescribe most medications they do so based on the overall clinical picture of the patient. If a patient has diabetes, for example, they will be evaluated for an appropriate medication such as Metformin or Insulin. Not only that, a competent...

Substitute Socialization – Addiction for Social Reasons

by Aton Center | Sep 26, 2015 | addictive behavior, alcohol abuse, alcohol treatment, marijuana, self-control

Substitute Socialization. Initially many people get into their addictions because of social reasons. Their main group of friends are drinkers and go out clubbing on the weekends. Your buddies all got into marijuana and that became the evening activity people would...

Most Common Substance Addictions Afflicting Americans Each Day

by Aton Center | Apr 18, 2012 | addiction, alcohol, American substance addictions, Americans, heroin, marijuana, Patricia Brady, prescription drugs

Drug abuse has plagued the United States for centuries, and it continues to endanger the lives of children and adults alike. Fortunately, there is a way out for those who have developed a dependence on drugs and alcohol. If you are interested in learning about the...