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Level Up Lake Worth’ Blog
Welcome! Sharing in the power of recovery is important to the Level Up team. Our blog is designed to explore the addiction recovery experience and many related areas. Education, encouragement, ideas, compassionate understanding, new holistic treatments and personal experiences—you’ll find them all here in our new blog!
Those in recovery and their families are an important focus here. Some may find this blog seeking help and guidance. We’re here for you, too. Recovery from an addiction means that there are moving stories to share as well. We know that rebalancing the body, mind and spirit is challenging. Each person deserves a life free from addictions. Your comments and thoughts are welcome, so please share them! You may be providing just the words someone needs to hear, at just the right moment.
How long does it take to get addicted to cocaine?
To answer the most pressing question on everyone’s mind: yes, cocaine is very addictive and can lead to addiction even after…
What Does Cocaine Do To Your Body?
Within a few seconds after taking cocaine, the pupils will enlarge, body temperature will increase as heart rate and blood…
5 Sobriety Anniversary Phrases Worth Saying
When it comes to taboo topics, it can sometimes be difficult to know what to say. Even if you have…
Can Alcoholics Drink Non-Alcoholic Beer?
Non-alcoholic beer would appear to be the perfect solution for a recovering alcoholic: They can maintain their sobriety while once…
The Dangers of Fentanyl and Alcohol
What is Fentanyl and How Is It Used? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid with a dangerous reputation. It can…
Is Alcohol Withdrawal Headache Normal?
Alcohol withdrawal isn’t pretty; it can trigger a host of unpleasant physical and psychological symptoms that can last a few…
Oxycodone and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combination
There’s a reason why most medications have a warning label against mixing with alcohol. In this specific instance, the danger…
Can Alcohol Cause High Blood Pressure? Hypertension & Alcoholism
It’s common knowledge that heavy drinking can have long-lasting and detrimental effects on your liver, kidneys, and brain. However, many…
Is Alcohol a Stimulant or Depressant?
The effects of alcohol can vary wildly from person to person. Some get energized and rowdy while others become weepy…
What Are the 12 Steps of AA & What Do They Mean?
Since its creation in 1935, millions of alcohol addicts have joined Alcoholics Anonymous to curb their destructive drinking habit. The…
Will You Lose Weight If You Stop Drinking Alcohol?
You read that title right. If you stop drinking alcohol, there is a good chance of experiencing weight loss. Guess…
How To Stop Alcohol Cravings
Yes, alcohol is an addictive substance that triggers cravings. In fact, figuring how to stop these alcohol cravings is one…
How To Stop Drinking On Your Own
Have you ever tried to stop drinking alcohol on your own? Have you tried it without the help of an…
How Addictive Is Cocaine?
How Addictive Is Cocaine? Cocaine, coke, snow, whatever you want to call it, is an addictive drug that people across…
How To Tell If Someone Is Sniffing Coke
We all wish we could know when one of our loved ones is abusing drugs so that we can act…
Al-Anon: Support for Loved Ones of Alcoholics
Most people have heard of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), but by design, AA is most helpful for individuals who themselves are…
Guide for Children of Addicted Parents
Whether still in the womb or 25 and living on your own, children are forever impacted by their parents. They…
5 Do’s and Don’ts for Parents of Addicted Adults
A child is one of the most precious things in a parent’s life. So, when they learn or even suspect…
How Long Does Fentanyl Stay In Your System?
Fentanyl is a potent drug that is used to relieve severe pain. One example is the use of fentanyl in…