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How Long Does It Take to Detox from Heroin

How Long Does It Take to Detox from Heroin?

Looking at the Heroin Withdrawal Timeline for Recovery Heroin addiction feels like one of the worst things a person can go through. Often, users stay hooked on the drug as they cannot bear to face the notoriously challenging withdrawal period. If you or a loved one are struggling with heroin, you may...

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How Long Does It Take to Get Addicted to Xanax

How Long Does It Take to Get Addicted to Xanax?

Looking at the Path to Xanax Dependence and Recovery Do you or a loved one take Xanax? The thought of becoming addicted to Xanax is a scary one. But how long does this take? In this blog, we answer how long does it take to get addicted to Xanax and others...

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What to Bring to Rehab

What to Bring to Rehab

Packing the Essentials for a Treatment Center Stay After making the important decision to seek inpatient treatment at a rehab facility, the rest of the process can be smooth sailing. One of the most important things you can do to make your stay easier is to pack accordingly. It can be...

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SMART Recovery Las Vegas

SMART Recovery: Las Vegas

Getting Recovery Support from SMART and Icarus in Nevada Are you looking for a proven and effective way to combat substance use with recovery training? Self-management is easier than ever with the SMART Recovery system. This four-step process yields some promising results even as research into its efficacy is ongoing. Much like...

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Cocaine Anonymous Las Vegas

Cocaine Anonymous Las Vegas

A 12 Step Program for Cocaine in Sin City Do you live in Las Vegas and are struggling with cocaine or crack? You are not alone. Countless others in the Las Vegas area are in the same situation. Fortunately, there is a solution for support to get clean, in the form...

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Nevada Drug Test Laws

Nevada Drug Test Laws

Knowing What to Expect for Drug Screening Tests in Nevada Are you from Nevada and are concerned about an upcoming drug test? Different states have different drug testing laws, so to gain a clear understanding of what will happen, you need to specifically know about Nevada drug testing laws. While pre-employment testing...

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A Guide to the NA Meeting Format

Find Substance Abuse Support with Narcotics Anonymous Coming to Narcotics Anonymous for the first time can be daunting. You likely will have just stopped using drugs, or alcohol, so everything feels new, and it can be overwhelming being around so many new people. Plus, the NA meeting format is likely to...

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What Does Meth Look Like

What Does Meth Look Like?

Recognizing What Meth Looks Like Methamphetamine hydrochloride, commonly known as “meth” or “crystal meth” is a powerful and addictive stimulant drug that has become increasingly popular in recent years, and even highlighted in shows like Breaking Bad. It is often used in a recreational setting for its euphoric effects, as well as...

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Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms can be overcome at Icarus in Nevada

Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms

Overcoming Opioid Withdrawals in a Safe Setting You've never felt discomfort like the pain of fentanyl withdrawal symptoms. Having gone through it several times, I can easily say it was one of the worst physical experiences of my life. Interestingly enough, I had to go through that horrible pain in order...

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Is Alcohol a Narcotic

Is Alcohol a Narcotic?

Drinking Alcohol: Not as Harmless as it Seems Alcohol is one of the most widely used drugs in the world, with millions of people drinking it every day. While it can be enjoyed in moderation, drinking too much can lead to serious health problems. But is alcohol a narcotic? Compared to other...

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