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Popular culture is filled with stories about the glitzy lives of celebrities, from the designer clothes they wear to their latest romances. It's easy to assume that everything they do is glamorous --including going to "rehab."
"Rehab" is a commonly used term that can refer to a range of drug treatment options, while some of the centers you see in the news might seem like five-star resorts, there is a big difference: These centers are designed to treat drug and alcohol addiction-which is anything but glamorous. The reality is that it's a serious disease that affects the brain and body Addiction can destroy what people love most-their personal relationships, their careers, and, for some, their lives.
The good news is that, with treatment, people suffering from drug and alcohol addiction can recover and live long, healthy lives.
What Is Drug Addiction?
People who are addicted to drugs have a compulsive and sometimes uncontrollable craving for them. Using drugs changes the brain. Once addicted, a person wants to use drugs even when he or she faces extremely negative consequences.
That was the case with Edward, 31, who is recovering from drug addiction. Looking back at his teen years, he remembers that his drug addiction led him to...
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