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How to Help a Child Who Is a Meth Addict

As a parent, there is nothing more disheartening than finding out that your child has become addicted to a dangerous drug like meth. Thankfully, we at Knoxville Recovery Center have extensive experience in treating individuals who have fallen into the trap of methamphetamine addiction. It is only natural to feel a mixture of emotions during…

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How Does Music Therapy Improve Mental Health?

What Is Music Therapy?  According to the American Music Therapy Association, music therapy can be defined as, “the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.” Music therapy interventions can address a variety of healthcare &…

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What is Speedballing?

What is Speedballing you ask? Both legal and illegal drugs come in a variety of forms for a variety of purposes. Two of the most notable classifications for drugs are “stimulants” or “depressants”. Drugs in these categories have opposite effects when used. However, some individuals try to combine them in order to attempt to achieve…

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Meth Addiction: 5 Ways to Help a Parent Battling Addiction

Helping someone with a meth addiction is undoubtedly challenging, but it can be especially difficult when the person you’re trying to help is a parent. The emotional complexity of the situation can make it even more overwhelming, as the dynamic between parent and child is often intertwined with years of history, love, and expectations. Watching…

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Addiction Recovery Care: Understanding the Drugs Affecting Us the Most

Tennessee, like every other U.S. state, is home to several alarming drug trends and problems. Fortunately, there are a number of entities and organizations combating these issues everyday, including local law enforcement and addiction recovery care centers in Tennessee. However, to effectively address these issues and understand addiction recovery care, it is often helpful to…