Alcohol is one of the most abused drugs in the United States. In fact, an estimated 69% of the population drinks.
The Dangers of Detoxing at Home
By the time someone is in the thick of an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol, they have already gone through a physical and psychological process that has aided in developing that addiction. Detox…
CAN AN OVERDOSE BE UNINTENTIONAL?
In the past, a drug overdose was a somewhat rare occurrence. Now our nation grapples with an epidemic of overdose deaths, claiming tens of thousands of lives per year. In 2017, more than…
DENYING AN ADDICTION AND PROLONGING RECOVERY
Denial is a very common defense mechanism, and is usually the first reaction when confronted with the truth, especially when it comes to an addiction. Most people who are struggling with substance use…
MEPERIDINE ADDICTION
As with most prescription drugs, many people do not realize they can develop an addiction to Meperidine. Regular abuse of this painkiller can quickly lead to tolerance—requiring the user to take more of…
IS RESIDENTIAL DETOX AND REHAB REALLY IMPORTANT?
So is residential detox and rehab really important? Here is everything you need to know. Is Residential Detox and Rehab Really Important? When most people think of a detox, their mind first goes…
HOW TO DEAL WITH ADOLESCENT MARIJUANA EFFECTIVELY
Here is more on managing adolescent marijuana effectively. Adolescent Marijuana Use Finding out that your teenager is smoking weed can be heartbreaking. Whether you caught them in the act or they admitted it…
FENTANYL PATCH ABUSE
Here is everything you need to know about fentanyl patch abuse. Fentanyl Patch Abuse A fentanyl patch is similar to an adhesive bandage, but the underside has a gel coating that contains the…
THE PLIGHT OF PAINKILLER ADDICTION
Here is everything you need to know about painkiller addiction and how you can help. Painkiller Addiction All prescription drugs have the potential to be abused. Prescription painkillers carry a significant risk, even…
REHAB VS. DETOX: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Drug addiction affects over 23.5 million Americans and under 12% of those addicted actually get treatment. Although drugs and alcohol all have different mechanisms of action, all addictions have the same root behaviors…