MEDICINAL TREATMENT FOR ALCOHOLISM
So what exactly are the option for medicinal treatment for alcoholism? Although there is no absolute guarantee against relapse, people can be victorious over alcohol addiction and maintain life-long recovery. There are many people with chronic illnesses such as asthma and diabetes that live healthy, normal lives by managing their disease. The same can be […]
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 the drug to feel its effects—and physical dependence. Physical dependence occurs when the user has reached a state where if they stop […]
ARE ALCOHOLISM AND MENTAL ILLNESS RELATED?
Here is more on are alcoholism and mental illness related? Are Alcoholism and Mental Illness Related? Alcoholism has long been linked to mental illness. These include, but are not limited to, depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety. Many people may not even realize they have these illnesses because they are apprehensive about seeking […]
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 to some sort of juice cleanse; however, this is a different kind of detox. The first step to becoming sober usually involves […]
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 to you, the next steps that you take are critical for their long term health and happiness. While teens have often been […]
SOMA ABUSE
Here is what you need to know about soma abuse. Soma Abuse Carisoprodol is a musculoskeletal relaxer that is often used to treat painful muscular or skeletal conditions including back pain, joint pain, and severe arthritis. The most common form of carisoprodol used for medical purposes in the United States today is in pill form […]
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 fentanyl. Some people who misuse fentanyl patches will remove the gel and immediately ingest the entire dose at once. This is equivalent […]
NUTRITION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Here is everything you need to know about nutrition and substance abuse. Nutrition and Substance Abuse Alcohol damages the body’s ability to transform nutrients into molecules that the body really needs. Excessive consumption of alcohol can deprive the body of vitamins and minerals. For example, a deficiency in Vitamin K may cause delayed blood clotting […]
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 when taken under supervision. The most common type of prescription painkiller that people are familiar with is opioids. Some common opioids are […]
ALCOHOL ADDICTION
Alcohol addiction can be harmful for many and difficult to recover. Here is what you need to know. Alcohol Addiction When you drink you may feel like you are the life of the party and invincible, but the truth is that alcohol causes a lot of health problems and other issues. Although alcohol is legal […]
