CHOOSING THE RIGHT OUTPATIENT PROGRAM FOR YOU
Substance Abuse disorder is a chronic medical condition that requires professional treatment. Making the decision to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one is a brave step in the right direction. However, deciding which type of treatment can be an overwhelming decision, shouldn’t be considered lightly. Fortunately, there are several options available across the […]
SOCIALIZING IN SOBRIETY
In addition to individuals going through recovery, more and more people are choosing to lead a ‘cleaner’ lifestyle, one without alcohol and drugs. This feat is absolutely possible, but understand that it takes time to adjust to the fact that you are abstaining from alcohol or drugs for yourself, and that it can also take […]
THE DURATION OF HYDROCODONE IN YOUR SYSTEM
Hydrocodone stays in your system for a long time after you take the drug. Drug tests detect hydrocodone for different amounts of time depending on the type of test and your personal factors. Drug tests screen the following for traces of hydrocodone: Blood Saliva Urine Hydrocodone Detection in Your Blood Lab tests can find hydrocodone […]
HEROIN HITS HOME
The heroin epidemic has tormented the United States since the early 2000s, with some cities being struck harder than others. Heroin is a very powerful, dangerous drug that causes detrimental physical and psychological effects. Below is a list of the top 3 cities in the U.S. where heroin use has proved to be the most […]
THE DANGERS OF BLACK TAR HEROIN
Heroin comes in two main forms: a brown or white powder, or a sticky, black substance known as black tar. The powdered form is often referred to as “pure” heroin. Common street names for black tar heroin include: Big H Mexican Tar Horse Chiva Smack Black tar heroin is usually injected directly into the bloodstream […]
DOES COCAINE CAUSE FATIGUE?
The usual effects of cocaine are excessive energy, agitation, and the desire to keep going. Sleeping is the opposite of what is normally expected after using cocaine; however, it is possible to feel tired after using cocaine instead! Reasons to crash after using cocaine include: Physical exhaustion Rebounding Mixing drugs Withdrawal Cocaine could make you […]
Can We Find Sobriety As A Couple?
Dealing with the addiction of a loved one is challenging, but when a couple is struggling with addiction it really gets complicated, but there is hope. A common challenge that couples living in addiction face is if only one member of the couple goes to rehabilitation and the other continues to use substances. The result […]
TOP 3 DRUGS USED IN THE UNITED STATES
Annually in the United States, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration performs a study to evaluate drug trends across the country. The most recent National Survey of Drug Use and Health is from 2016, and found that nearly 30 million Americans use illicit recreational drugs every year. Marijuana Marijuana is not only a […]
HELPING A FRIEND OVERCOME AN ADDICTION
It isn’t easy to sit back and watch someone you care about destroy their body, mind, and life with substance abuse. When a person suffers from an addiction, their drug of choice consumes their life. You may have a strong desire to help, but just don’t know how. Here are a few strategies to assist […]
TOP 3 U.S. CITIES FOR COCAINE USE
Underneath Marijuana, cocaine holds second place for being the most popular illegal drug in the United States. The highest percentages of cocaine use come from young adults between the ages of 18 and 25. A study done by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) revealed that 1.9 million people age 12 and […]
