SHARING YOUR RECOVERY STORY
One of the greatest reasons to share your decision to cut back or to stop drinking is to gain the support of those closest to you. A strong support network can go a long way in helping you accomplish your goals, and reduce or eliminate your alcohol consumption, especially at the start of your recovery. […]
ARE YOUR KIDS IN DANGER OF DEVELOPING A SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDER?
Parents always worry about their kids – how well they’ll do in school, who their friends will be, what their careers will be when they grow up, and how healthy they’ll be. These are very natural and common worries of a parent! Alongside this, many parents worry about whether or not their children will develop […]
COMMON BEHAVIORS OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSERS
Neuroscientific research has found that there are four central behaviors in the cycle of addiction: Positive reinforcement Negative reinforcement Impulsivity Compulsivity For many individuals, the first experiment with substance use involves a trace of impulsivity, or acting without regard for any consequences. If the experience is enjoyable, this feeling positively reinforces the substance use, increasing […]
IS OUTPATIENT TREATMENT A GOOD PICK 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 […]
MAINTAINING SOBRIETY IN VARIOUS SOCIAL CLIMATES
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 […]
“MAGIC” MUSHROOMS AND YOUR BODY
Psilocybin, better known as ‘magic mushrooms’ or ‘shrooms’, is found in the stems and caps of certain mushrooms. It is one of the most popular illicit psychedelics. This drug can be smoked, sniffed, or injected. The effects of these alternative methods appear much quicker than through oral consumption. Within half an hour of swallowing shrooms, […]
UNDERSTANDING THE LENGTH OF TIME CBD STAYS IN YOUR BODY
Modern research indicates that CBD appears in your system just 30 minutes after the first dose. When researchers administered 10 mg of both THC and CBD to various subjects, the drugs were detectable all at once, yet the THC levels were noticeably higher. THC is the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis; in some instances, you get […]
WHAT IS THE “DARKER” FORM OF HEROIN?
Heroin comes in two main forms: a brown or white powder, or a sticky, black substance known as black pearl. The powdered form is often referred to as “pure” heroin. Common street names for black pearl heroin include: Big H Mexican Tar Horse Chiva Smack Black pearl heroin is usually injected directly into the bloodstream […]
HYDROCODONE AND YOUR BODY
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 USE IN THE UNITED STATES
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 […]