Benefits of Al-Anon Meetings
There are several benefits of Al-Anon that can help families struggling with the disease of addiction. Alcoholism is a family disease and often impacts members of the family in different ways. One of the primary misconceptions about addiction is that the family should be able to fix the alcoholic and that creates a huge burden […]
Are you Sober If You’re on Medication-Assisted Treatment?
Opioids (such as heroin, fentanyl, and oxycodone) are narcotic substances that produce depressant effects and alleviate physical pain. No matter if opioids are obtained illegally or via prescription, the potential for abuse is substantial. That is because opioids interact with the brain in ways that keep a person continually craving more. Opioids are so addictive […]
Levels of Addiction Treatment
A person who needs treatment for a substance use disorder should always be admitted into a level of addiction treatment that is reflective of the severity of their condition. But, sometimes factors such as living environment, finances, and employment impact a person’s final decision. When the appropriate levels of addiction treatment are obtained, however, a […]