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How Does Cocaine Affect the Eyes?

  • November 21, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
When people talk about the physical signs of cocaine use, one of the first things they mention is the change in a person’s eyes. These changes are sometimes so...
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  • Alcoholism

How Does Outpatient Alcohol Rehab Work?

  • November 14, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
Starting alcohol recovery can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to balance it with your job, family, or studies. That’s where outpatient alcohol rehab comes in — it offers...
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Can You Drink Alcohol With Doxycycline?

  • November 7, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
If you’ve ever been prescribed doxycycline—whether for acne, a respiratory infection, or even Lyme disease—you might wonder, “Can you drink alcohol with doxycycline?” It’s a common question, and honestly,...
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Kratom Withdrawal (Symptoms, Timeline + Treatment)

  • October 24, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
Kratom is often marketed as a “natural” way to manage pain, boost energy, or relieve anxiety — but what many people don’t realize at first is that regular use...
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Lake Ave Recovery Joins Veterans Inc.’s 4th Annual Recovery Summit

  • October 20, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
Lake Ave Recovery was honored to participate in Veterans Inc.’s 4th Annual Recovery Summit, held at Independence Hall in Shrewsbury, MA.  This year’s theme, “The Other You,” focused on...
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Is Depression a Disability?

  • October 17, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
Depression is more than feeling sad—it can be a serious condition that impacts every part of life. You may be wondering: is depression a disability? The answer is yes—in...
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What Are the 7 Signs of High-Functioning Depression?

  • October 10, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
High-functioning depression can feel like hiding in plain sight. On the surface, you might appear to be getting by—going to work, meeting deadlines, keeping social responsibilities—while inside, everything feels...
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Fentanyl Withdrawal (Symptoms, Timeline + Treatment)

  • September 26, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that is often used in medical settings for severe pain but has also become one of the most misused and dangerous drugs in the...
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Alcohol Withdrawal (Symptoms, Timeline + Treatment)

  • September 19, 2025
  • Lake Avenue Recovery Staff
When someone who drinks heavily decides to stop, they may go through a process known as alcohol withdrawal. This is the body’s reaction to suddenly being without alcohol after...
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CEO’s Journey from Addiction Treatment to Community Development Reflects Values-Driven Approach to Building Healthier Spaces

  • August 29, 2025
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The CEO of Lake Ave Recovery and Creative Addiction Recovery Estates (CARE, Inc.), Jack Maroney, MSHCA, LADC1,  is helping to open Worcester’s newest affordable apartment development, bringing the same...
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