Addictive behaviors can impact your life and everyday choices, and when it comes to substance dependence, addiction is especially complex. Addiction, especially in regards to drugs, alters the brain in real, tangible ways. Treating addiction can feel difficult, but understanding the science behind substance dependence can help us understand the complexities of the brain and addiction as a … [Read more...] about Why is Addiction Considered a Disease? The Science Behind Substance Dependence
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Why Do People Develop Addictions? Understanding the Root Causes of Substance Abuse
Addictive behaviors of any sort can negatively impact your life. If you or someone you know is suffering from any type of addiction, including substance abuse, you may find it affecting your everyday life in detrimental ways. Addiction is a complex illness, but it’s treatable with the right addiction counselor and recovery plan. Dr. Gene Devers and associates at Philly Family Life Counseling, LLC … [Read more...] about Why Do People Develop Addictions? Understanding the Root Causes of Substance Abuse
Christian Addiction Counseling: Incorporating Faith into Healing
Addiction can be harmful emotionally just as much as it is physically. For Christians, it can hurt us spiritually, too. Recovery isn’t easy, but you’re not alone. At Philly Family Life Counseling LLC, we offer Christian addiction counseling that incorporates faith into your healing process. Dr. Devers is an experienced addiction and Christian counselor. He understands how important faith is to you … [Read more...] about Christian Addiction Counseling: Incorporating Faith into Healing
