Part III: What Happens Now? How Does a Brain Adjust After Recovery?

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When a person decides to recover, it is not an easy process. Like any chronic disease, one must be deliberate and strong to create a new normal that benefits their life. “Drug withdrawal is a physiological response to the sudden … Continued

Part II: Is it Really a Choice? The Brain During Substance Use Disorder

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Why is it hard for some people to stop using substances; do they lack the will power? No, it’s because the substance itself has stolen the normal balance of the brain (Shatterproof, 2022b). Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a brain … Continued

Part I: Understanding the Brain Before, During and After Substance Use Disorder

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When we take our first breath, our eyes open to our new world. Our family could be big or only a mighty number of one. Our skin may be any combination of honey, amber, cocoa bean, bronze, and ivory. Our … Continued