Addiction Relapse And Stopping Mental Health Medications

by Bill Urell on

The rule of abstinence from all mood altering chemicals is a good one for drug addicts and alcoholics recovery to follow. In fact it is necessary in almost all cases.

This, however, leads to conflicting advice and misconceptions when it comes to doctor prescribed medications for help with anxiety, depression and mental health issues. It is very important to have a frank open and honest discussion with your doctor concerning your addiction. In many cases there are alternative medicines that can be used that may not affect your addiction.

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