Revive Detox Blog

Alcoholism is a severe and devastating chronic illness.

Without proper treatment, alcohol abuse can lead to permanent physical and mental problems or even death.

Many people aren’t aware that long-term alcohol and/or drug abuse can interfere with the human body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food and use the enzymes to perform vital tasks.

In essence, that’s the story behind a condition commonly known as “wet brain” or formally, Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.

Read More “Everything You Need to Know About Wet Brain (Korsakoff Syndrome)”

ADHD gets plenty of bad attention in the media and general conversation.

“People with ADHD can’t stay organized.” “They’re more likely to speed or do drugs.” “Teens with ADHD are at a higher risk of dropping out.”

ADHD is a serious mental health condition and these statistics aren’t anything to take lightly, but it doesn’t mean everyone with an attention-deficit condition is doomed to fail.

Read More “10 Famous People with ADHD”

With America’s opioid crisis making headlines, more and more people are searching for non-narcotic solutions to treat physical pain.

Physical therapy, exercise, diet, chiropractic care, and acupuncture are all possible long-term solutions – but what can someone take to relieve acute pain as they recover?

Read More “What is Meloxicam – Is It Dangerous?”

When most people think of addiction recovery, group therapy and individual counseling sessions are the first things that come to mind. Most do not consider nutrition therapy to be an essential component in the mix. However, the right foods can make the world of difference between a successful recovery and relapse.

Read More “5 Benefits of Nutrition Therapy in Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery”

There are more than 14,000 addiction treatment centers in the U.S. today, but many struggling with substance dependency don’t get the help they need. One reason is the perception that drug abuse treatment is out of budget for most Americans. While there was a time when rehab was limited to the rich and famous, changes in health insurance rules have made drug abuse treatment available to many more in need of support.

Read More “Everything You Need to Know About Drug Abuse Treatment and Health Insurance”

Many addicts in America today also suffer from major depressive disorders. Battling depression and addiction can seem like an insurmountable task – how can you know if what you’re feeling is a result of your addiction or caused by your depression? What happens if you suddenly feel depressed during your recovery?

Let’s take a look at what exactly depression is, how it relates to your addiction, and what you can do to cope with depression on the road to recovery.

Read More “Battling Depression on the Road to Addiction Recovery – How to Win the Fight”