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Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action

May 12, 2016
Drug addiction warning signs

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action will help establish willingness for treatment and recovery

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action: Unexplained needs

Because of the stigmatization associated with drug addiction, many often conceal their habits and suffer in silence. This suffering is not necessary because treatment is available conveniently and affordably. At AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center, which is an addiction recovery center established by doctor Dalal Akoury, professional treatment is being offered to all victims of addiction from all walks of life. It is therefore very essential that you are aware of all the drug addiction warning signs for you to take immediate remedial action. It will interest you to know that doctor Akoury is a veteran addiction expert who has for more than two decades now been dedicating all her life and energy in offering addiction solution to the victims who need it the most.

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action: Indicators of emerging drug addiction

Together we can help all addiction victims but first we must be informed of the drug addiction warning signs. This way we will be able to notice if a friend or a loved one is abusing drugs. Therefore, if you are worried that somebody you know might be involved in drugs, you need to be very observant on some of the following warning signs:

  • Behavioral warning signs of drug abuse
  • Physical warning signs of drug abuse
  • Psychological warning signs of drug abuse

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action: Behavioral signs of drug abuse

  • Deterioration in academic or efficiency in place of work. This may also include consistent lateness and absentism
  • Always being reserved and engaging in secretive or suspicious behaviors
  • Frequently topping the list of trouble makers by way of fighting colleagues, causing accidents or rubbing shoulders with the authorities by engaging in illegal activities
  • The fellow having all over sudden begun associating with new friends, favorite hangouts, and hobbies
  • Unexplained need for money or financial problems in other words your friend without a good reason borrows or just steal to get the need met.

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action: Physical warning signs

  • Strange and unpleasant smells on breath, body, clothing or emanating from their rooms
  • Tremors, slurred speech, or impaired coordination
  • Sudden drastic weight loss or weight gain
  • Deterioration of personal hygiene and physical appearance as well as personal grooming habits
  • Changes in appetite or sleep patterns
  • Bloodshot eyes, pupils larger or smaller than usual

Drug addiction warning signs for remedial action: Psychological warning signs of drug abuse

  • Appears fearful, anxious, or paranoid, with no reason
  • Lack of motivation; appears lethargic or “spaced out”
  • Periods of unusual hyperactivity, agitation, or giddiness
  • Sudden mood swings, irritability, or angry outbursts
  • Unexplained change in personality or attitude

With the above information we can all pool together to help our societies come out of their addiction cocoons. But take note that sometimes this signs may not necessarily mean that your friend is into drugs. It is therefore important that you consult with the experts so that the right steps are taken. On the same note you can schedule for an appointment with doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center, for further professional direction on telephone number 843 213 1480 today.

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Simultaneous treatment of sex and drug addiction

March 26, 2016

Simultaneous treatment of sexual addiction and drug abuse: Multiple addictions solutions

Simultaneous treatment

Simultaneous treatment of sexual addiction and drug abuse is very fundamental if recovery is to be meaningful and sustainable.

The trend with which addiction is changing is one that needs all the stake holders to join hand together and fight the problem from one common front. For a very long time all we have known is the monolistic addiction where one could be seen to be struggling with only one kind of substance say being an alcoholic. Things are now changing and multiple addictions are becoming the order of the day. This has necessitated experts including those from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under the leadership of doctor Dalal Akoury to think outside the box on the best treatment approach. In most cases multiple kind of addiction will involve substance abuse and sexual addiction. Therefore experts are now applying the simultaneous treatment where a number of addiction are treated all at the same time a patient enroll in addiction medical facility for treatment.

Looking at addiction critically, we have actually been brought up in the full knowledge that drugs whether illicit or prescription drugs are actually all candidates for abuse and because of this upbringing many people wallowing in that school of thought. The question that follows next is that really the true position of the understanding of what addiction is all about? Let’s get some expert opinion from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center. From the discussion with the experts from this facility, it is very obvious that there are different kinds of addictions. That is to say that one could be addicted to drugs and alcohol, or to certain behaviors (e.g. sex) or even both. And just for clarity it is important to note that behavioral addiction may be so many and that may include addiction to sexual activities, gaming from the computer devices, gambling and many others. We are therefore at risk of either becoming victims of either of them or even both and that is when simultaneous treatment becomes relevant. Simultaneous treatment is very important in the sense that while on the surface, different addictions seem to be associated with their own unique set of behaviors they are often fueled by the same underlying feelings of guilt, shame, avoidance and trauma. Addictions interact within the individual making it difficult to tease them apart.

Simultaneous treatment of sexual addiction and drug abuse: The trends of problematic substances

When examining the trends of problematic substance use in individuals seeking help for a sexual addiction, it becomes clear that the two are indistinctly linked together. The available statistics also indicate that majority of people who are struggling with sexual addiction also meet the criteria for alcohol or drug addiction. Studies have also established that many individuals who are struggling with sexual addiction problems have actually admitted to using substances mostly to help them in dealing with, or escaping from, the pain that is caused by their sexual behavior. Besides that it is also very common that many people are currently using substances to get over their inhibitions in order to engage in sexual behaviors that might be uncharacteristic for them if they were not drunk or high. This further explains the significance of multi addiction and the need for simultaneous treatment.

We must therefore seek for information by way of investigating how multiple addictions can feed into one another. This is very important because it is possible that individuals may use one of their addictions to mask or dismiss the other addiction and this could be influenced by various reasons including fear and shames especially those elements that are considered shameful addiction. Like for instance, an individual may deny having a problem with sexual addiction and insist completely that their problematic sexual behavior is only caused by intoxication. However, the truth of the matter in this case may be that the drugs or alcohol are merely concealing the pain and shameful acts that are associated with the sexual addiction thereby helping the person to be spared from the emotional consequences of his or her actions. By the same token, both addictions may work on intensifying one another in such a way that the person only engages in their sexual addiction under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These rituals then serve to protect the addiction and ensure that patterns of use are stable and predictable and this can be very dangerous if not dealt with expeditiously.

A major concern with treatment of substance use disorder alone is that any untreated sexual addiction often precipitates a relapse of substance use. Dealing with one addiction while ignoring the other may end up intensifying the problem that has not been addressed. A good example would be when a person in early recovery from a substance addiction turns to sexual performance enhancers in order to continue the ritualized sexual behavior that was previously enhanced by the substance use. This sexual behavior can continue to be problematic for the individual. The individual may continue to feel a sense of shame and pain. Therefore recovery is about addressing the entire addictive process, not just those associated with a particular substance or behavior. The addictive process, whether it be related to sexual behavior or substances is often characterized by a pattern of secrecy, cognitive distortions and rituals. Therefore recovery from addiction regardless of type, would involve embracing and attempting to live a life of honesty, authenticity and emotional growth.

Fortunately, many underlying similarities between multiple addictions mean that the underlying framework for concurrent treatment is quite effective. According to a recent study conducted at Bellwood Health Services confirms that individuals with a comorbid sexual addiction and substance use disorder attending the same treatment centre as those with only sexual addiction, have comparable treatment outcomes at six months follow-up. Both groups demonstrated substantial improvement not only on measures of substance use and sexual impulse control but also on self-reported measures of well-being and quality of life.

Simultaneous treatment of sexual addiction and drug abuse: Replacing the maladaptive coping strategies

Finally, looking at some of the past psychological trauma, sexual abuse, abandonment and neglect, doctor Akoury reiterates that these are some of the very important issues that need to be addressed in treatment. Therefore any recovering addict must commit to learning on how to identify the signs of being actively involved in the addictive process and work hard primarily at replacing all the maladaptive coping strategies with positive and affirming ones. Moreover the individual addict needs to be empowered and be given the necessary tools to be able to function effectively in their environment and successfully meet all life’s challenges without turning to substance use or problematic sexual behavior. We know that this can be very difficult to some of you and if you’re that person, then you need not to give up because there is help on the way upon calling doctor Dalal Akoury today to schedule for a one on one meeting with her and your life will never be the same again thereafter.

Simultaneous treatment of sexual addiction and drug abuse: Multiple addictions solutions

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Brain structures impairment prompted by addiction

March 26, 2016

Brain structures impairment prompted by addiction: The cerebral cortex

Brain structures

Brain structures impairment caused by drug addiction and misuse of alcohol

It is said that life stop the moment the brain stops functioning. The brain is therefore a very sensitive organ in the body that needs to be natured well for it to operate optimally. As we progress into the discussion, it is important to note that the brain is composed of many different parts otherwise known as regions and structures. Therefore the brain structures and regions main role is that of transmitting effective communications to various parts of the body. The transmission of communication enables the various regions and brain structures to coordinate their activities effectively say’s Doctor Dalal Akoury. Each of these regions and structures are independent and serves different purposes. One of the biggest enemies to these regions and structures is the problem of misuse of alcohol and drug addiction. This condition can alter these regions and structures.

Besides that, addictions can also alter the way brain regions function. And for that reason as we progress into this discussion, we are going to discuss the regions and structures which are affected by the addictive process. It is therefore very important to appreciate that complications of addiction can change the brain structures and their functions in very many ways. And for us to get these facts accurately, we are going to be speaking to the expert from AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under the able leadership of doctor Dalal Akoury to help us in reviewing the brain’s role in some of the commonly observed problems associated with addiction which may include the following: Drug-seeking and cravings, Habit formation, craving, withdrawal effects, and relapse triggers, Impaired decision-making, impulsivity, and compulsivity and Stress control and withdrawal.

Impaired Decision-making, Impulsivity, and Compulsivity

The cerebral cortex is the outer most layer of the brain. The cerebral cortex is further divided into four areas. These four areas are: the frontal lobe (or frontal cortex), parietal lobes (left and right), temporal lobes (left and right), and occipital lobes (left and right). Each area is associated with certain brain functions: One area of the frontal cortex is called the prefrontal cortex. It has a vital role in higher-order functions. These functions include language, spatial learning, conscious thought, judgment, and decision-making. The process of addiction can negatively affect this area and alter its proper functionalities.

 The prefrontal cortex

This enables us to make rational, sound decisions. It also helps us to override impulsive urges. If acted upon, these impulses urges can cause us to act without thinking. This is usually not in our best interest. For instance, suppose I’ve had a bad day at work. I may have an impulsive urge to tell my boss exactly what I think of her. To act on this impulse is not in my best interest. Fortunately, my prefrontal cortex is functioning quite well. I still have my job!

Obviously, this ability to inhibit impulses is very helpful. It enables us to function well in society. It protects us from harm by allowing us to consider the consequences of our actions. However, when the pre-frontal cortex is not functioning correctly, the opposite occurs. Addiction causes changes to the prefrontal cortex. These changes account for two characteristics of addiction: impulsivity and compulsivity.

Impulsivity is the inclination to act upon sudden urges or desires without considering potential consequences. Sometimes people describe impulsivity as living in the present moment without regard to the future. On the other hand, compulsivity is a behavior that an individual feels driven to perform to relieve anxiety. Once a person performs the compulsive behavior, the anxiety goes away and restores comfort. Thus, the presence of these behavioral characteristics in addicted persons indicates that changes to the prefrontal cortex have occurred. Unfortunately, these changes also make the discontinuation of drug use more difficult.

When we talk of addiction changes brain structure and their functions, the message being delivered is that an addiction is a process that coordinates the transition from impulsive to compulsive behavior. Impulsivity occurs during the early stages of addiction. During this phase, people impulsively act on powerful urges to experience the pleasure of their addiction. Anxiety is not associated with the urges during these early stages. Instead, addiction reflects acting on impulsive desire to receive immediate pleasure from the drug or activity. People are not considering the future consequences.

Brain structures impairment prompted by addiction: Shifting progress of addiction

As addiction progresses a shift begins to occur. At this point, the compulsive aspect of addiction takes hold. When this shift occurs, people are no longer pursuing their addiction solely for pleasure. The compulsions compel them to participate in their addiction to relieve anxious, uncomfortable feelings. These may arise at the mere thought of stopping the addiction for any reason. At this later compulsive stage, “pleasure” comes in the form of relief from these anxious, uncomfortable feelings. Thus, despite the negative consequences of addiction, the addictive behavior continues in a compulsive manner.

Another way to describe the pre-frontal cortex is to think of it as a braking system. The pre-frontal cortex acts as the brain’s brakes. It sends out signals to inhibit particular behaviors or actions. When addiction damages this brain area, it limits the brain’s ability to control other behavioral systems as well. Imagine how difficult it would be to operate a car without brakes. At this point, we might say the brain is “high-jacked” by the addiction. The prefrontal cortex also projects to other brain regions associated with addictive problems. These include the reward system; memory and emotion; and stress regulation centers of the brain. Therefore, damage to the prefrontal cortex may further interfere with the functioning of these other brain regions as well.

Although addiction damages the brain’s brakes (pre-frontal cortex) this is not to say there is a complete loss of control. We are not slaves to our biology. We have a tremendous amount of control over our actions. This is true even when impulsive and compulsive forces are operating. This recognition is vitally important if someone wishes to recover from addiction. When a person consciously decides the costs of addiction outweigh its benefits, they become motivated and are able to stop. This allows them to actively counter the effects of addiction on the frontal cortex and other brain regions. Therefore if this description suits your situation, then you are in the right path and calling doctor Akoury today will go a long way in helping you solve all the addiction problems you may be struggling with.

Brain structures impairment prompted by addiction: Cerebral Cortex

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Sex satisfaction associated with good body weight

March 24, 2016

Sex satisfaction associated with good weight management: The significance of overweight in sexual life

Sex satisfaction

There is no doubt that sex satisfaction is associated with good body weight and so we must all work on our weight to have the desired sex drive

Sometimes discussions about sex can be very difficult depending on how one was brought up. This is particularly practical with the religious upbringing. Under this framework sex is not a subject of discussion until certain age of maturity is reached. This school of thought is not working well in this twenty first century where our media has become a perfect forum for sex education. There is no single day that you will not find discussions touching on sex satisfaction. Over the years several issues have been identified as possible reasons why sex satisfaction is deteriorating and why many people are not able to stay long in their relationships. Poor weight management is one of the most critical reasons of sexual dissatisfaction. And from the experts desk being overweight or obese is one line that must be addressed medically if we are to achieve any meaningful solutions to the problem at hand.

It therefore means that if you are struggling with your weight management, then chances are that your sexual life will suffer a great deal. The question that follows next is that what can be done as a remedy to this problem? We spoke to doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center. This is a health facility that has been credited with offering timely addiction and weight complications solutions. Doctor Dalal Akoury founded this facility to primarily make a meaningful difference in the lives of people. We are therefore going to rely heavily on the expert opinions given by the professional medical doctor at this facility to impact positively on your life and that of your loved ones. Now looking at the various laws of the land, sex in marital relationships is a basic right and any infringement of that right comes with certain consequences. Therefore if being overweight or obese is causing you to be a victim of infringement of this right then scheduling for an appointment with doctor Akoury today will be very necessary. Doctor Akoury is a weight loss expert and together with her team of experts, they will help you in the most natural ways of cutting down on your weight so that you can enjoy your sexual life to the fullest.

It is important to note that even as you consider taking the weight loss option, losing weight is not every ones cup of tea. Many people often start but drop along the way without realizing their dream. This is not what we want for you and that is why doctor Akoury and her team of experts will always be there for you to guide you all the journey till you achieve your objective and to the benefit of not just yourself but also to your partner. Besides that scientifically it has also been established that there are certain physical conditions that are associated with obesity and are a serious problem to the sex drive. These if not addressed will further dampened the desire of people struggling with their weight. Therefore in all these challenges there is still rays of hope and one can still redeem themselves by taking the following actions to bring meaningful changes to their bodies and also enhance their libido:

  • Losing weight is not about shading off big units, in fact just by losing as little weight as 10 pounds will go a long way in helping you to stimulate sex hormones thereby bringing back sex satisfaction
  • Eating more nutritious foods that help in controlling cholesterol and blood sugar levels
  • During workout it is important that you design the exercise to have the blood flowing to the pelvic area
  • Encourage reading relevant sexy novel and other materials
  • Be happy and comfortable with your body at any size
  • And most of all believe in and appreciate your sensuality

With all these done the next point would be being careful in identifying the physical and psychological impediments that may be causing you not to enjoy your sex life. When this is done you will be able to have the very best sex satisfaction and live a much more fulfilling life.

Sex satisfaction associated with good weight management: How too much weight hampers sex drive

According to a recent study conducted by various professionals, it was established that up to 30% of obese people seeking help controlling their weight indicate problems with sex drive, desire, performance, or all three. Often, the latest research shows, these problems can be traced to physical conditions that co-exist with obesity.

Medical conditions such as high cholesterol and insulin resistance [an early indicator of type 2 diabetes] do have the ability to impact sexual performance, which in turn impacts desire, particularly in men. And because both conditions can cause the tiny arteries in the penis to shut down, particularly when vessel-clogging fatty deposits begin to form impotence or erectile dysfunction is often the result.

A man who has problems having an erection is going to lose his desire for sex in not too long a time. Men aren’t alone with sex problems caused by poor blood flow. Research shows overweight women’s sex drive and desire are affected by the same problem.

We are beginning to see that the width of the blood vessels leading to the clitoris [the area of the vagina most closely related to sexual response] in women are affected by the same kind of blockages that impact blood flow to the penis. When this happens, a woman’s body is far less responsive, and a drop in desire is not far behind.

Better sex is realized with a lean weight: Think sexy and certainly you’ll be sexy

Finally what goes on in your mind can be the reason why you have inabilities to deliver sexually like for instance, for some people, getting physical problems under control is all they need to trigger up the flames of desire. Yet for others, it’s still not quite enough. Experts believe that one of the biggest obstacles why people are not getting the sex satisfaction or enjoying sex at any time is poor body image. They caution that the inability to accept your weight and your size can leave you sleeping single in a double bed. There is this idea out there that if you accept your body and your weight that it’s somehow going to take away your motivation to change the way you look in a way, society almost tells us that you have to hate your body before you can improve it.

The significance of overweight in sexual life

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Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis and treatment

March 23, 2016

All the necessary tests involved must be done

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis the primary objective that needs to be ascertained before any meaningful treatment can be done. When done well all the frustrations will be eliminated

For any meaningful treatment solution to be arrived at there must be proper diagnosis of the problem. Therefore erectile dysfunction diagnosis becomes very important if treatment is to be effective. Without proper diagnosis we cannot purport to be making any head ways in finding lasting solutions to this problem. And owing to the health complications attached to erectile dysfunction, we are not going to take chances and that is why we are engaging the expert and professional opinions of doctor Dalal Akoury a medical professional who has been in this practice for several decades now. Together with her team of expert’s doctor Akoury reiterates that before any diagnosis is arrived at a comprehensive medical history and a physical examination must be carried out on the individual patient before any appropriate treatment recommendation can be administered. To ascertain this, the following are some of the tests that will be necessary to diagnose the underlying cause of you ED:

  • Blood tests to primarily check for anemia, diabetes, low hormone levels, liver or kidney disease and any other medical problems deemed necessary for the determination of ED treatment.
  • Tests to diagnose any underlying vascular disease.
  • Ultrasound to check blood flow to your penis. It involves using a wand-like device (transducer) held over the blood vessels that supply the penis.
  • Test for Endothelial Integrity – This test is sometimes done in combination with an Ultrasound to determine if there is an increase in the blood flow in response to the medication.

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis and treatment: Different approaches for ED treatment

Drugs and Medical Treatments for ED – for a very long time Pharmacological methods have been used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction alongside the use of vasodilators. But even though these approaches have been popular in the past, it is important noting that just as each approach will have its weak point, vasodilators were only seen to be able only to induce a temporary response thereby causing it to be ineffective for many patients due to the underlying endothelial damage. Not to mention the fact that these medicine can have serious side-effects including heart attack, stroke and may even cause death. Nonetheless as time goes by and new technological inventions are being made, it is now emerging that besides the medical or surgical ways of ED treatment, we are today able to use the application of regenerative medicine as a new treatment approach. Under this approach stem cells from the individual’s patient born marrow or Platelet rich plasma (PRP) for one’s own blood are being used in the repair of the problem in a more painless way.

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis and treatment: Adult Stem Cell Procedure for ED

The goodness of Stem cells is that they are found in every part of the body. Their function is to regenerate and repair cells in the human bodies by replacing all the damaged cells and repairing injured tissues along the way. Doctor Akoury is explaining that it is during the smartchoice procedure that the individual patient bone marrow stem cells alongside mesenchymal stem cells available in high concentrations in the fat are used primarily to rejuvenate, repair and to regenerate the penile tissues. During this process we will only use your own adult stem cells without adding any kind of medication. Now the good news about this procedure is that because your own bone marrow is used, fat and blood cells are only being used at the clinic thereby eliminating any risk of transmissible infections or instances where tissues are being rejected by your own body.

Adult (Autologous) Stem cells – Your Own Cells

Stem cells are naturally occurring cells in the body that help to create new cells in existing healthy tissues. They also help repair tissues that are injured or damaged. They are the basis for the specific cell types that make up each organ in the body. Stem cells are distinguished from other cells by a few important characteristics including:

  • They have the ability to self-renew and they have the ability to divide for a long period of time
  • Under appropriate conditions, they can differentiate into other specialized cells including heart cells, liver cells, bone cells, cartilage cells, nerve cells and other cells.

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis and treatment: Bone Marrow Stem Cells

Bone marrow contains stem cells; primarily hematopoietic stem cells. Bone marrow is harvested from the hip (iliac crest) using local anesthetic and a specialized needle. It is important to understand that bone marrow harvesting for BMAC is vastly different from bone marrow harvesting for transfusion for cancer therapies. In bone marrow harvesting for transfusion, a hematologist, oncologist, or surgeon removes a very large amount of bone marrow. BMAC requires only a very small amount of bone marrow. Surprisingly, the procedure is not painful, takes under ten minutes, and causes only mild soreness afterward. It has an excellent safety profile.

Erectile Dysfunction diagnosis and treatment: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

PRP is an acronym for Platelet Rich Plasma. Plasma is essentially blood without the red blood cells. Platelets are cells found in the blood that are essential for clot formation and wound healing. PRP, the mix of concentrated platelets and serum, contains factors that promote repair of tissues. PRP is injected into the targeted area for repair. And because they are packed with growth and healing factors, platelets initiate repair and attract the critical assistance of stem cells. PRP therapy’s natural healing process, by providing required growth factors, intensifies the body’s efforts to renew and rejuvenate your aging face. To create PRP therapy, a small sample of your blood is drawn (similar to a lab test sample) and placed in a centrifuge that spins the blood at high speeds, separating the platelets from the other components. The concentrated platelet rich plasma (PRP) is then injected into and around the point of injury, jump-starting and significantly strengthening the body’s natural healing signal.

All the necessary tests involved must be done

 

 

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