AMBIEN AND ALCOHOL
Both Ambien and alcohol are central nervous system depressants, acting as messengers sent through the nervous system to slow down certain bodily functions. When both substances are used together there is the potential for overdose, as respiratory rates can become dangerously suppressed. Understanding the risks involved in drinking alcohol and taking Ambien is important information […]
The Effects of “Shrooms” on Your Brain and Heart
img.attachment-full.size-full.wp-post-image { display: none; } What are Shrooms? The effects of shrooms on your brain and heart can cause a multitude of life-altering problems. Shrooms are also called magic mushrooms and psilocybin. They are located in the caps and stems of specific mushrooms. This is a street drug made using fresh or dried variations of […]
COVID-19
Asana Recovery remains open and committed to helping individuals struggling with addiction, especially in these uncertain times. As a treatment center working with a high risk population, we feel that our past experience has been and will be crucial in dealing with this particular infection outbreak. Although we are always aware of infection control, […]
SHROOMS IN 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, […]
HOW TO IDENTIFY ALCOHOL ABUSE WITHIN YOURSELF
Thanks to social media, popular culture, and personal experiences, many people know what the typical signs of alcohol abuse within friends, family, and peers look like. However, it’s always a different perspective when you’re on the outside looking in. It may be easy to spot these red flags in other people, but what about when […]
HOW ADDICTION AND MENTAL ILLNESS ARE RELATED
The American Psychiatric Association defines mental illness as “health conditions involving changes in thinking, emotion, or behavior (or a combination of these). Mental illnesses are associated with distress and/or problems functioning in social, work, or family activities.” Anyone can suffer from mental illness, though it is most common in those with a family history of […]
THE MOST POPULAR DRUGS AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS
Aside from studying and planning for the future, college is undoubtedly about partying and testing your limits for many students. Many of the students who did not drink during high school will take their first sip while in college, and a lot of them will experiment with hard drugs such as hallucinogens and party drugs, […]
HOW MUSIC CAN BE LINKED TO DRUG USE
Popular music is chock full of song lyrics that idolize glamorous lifestyles, fancy cars, and spur of the moment adventures. Listeners hear these songs condoning the use of illicit drugs and consuming dangerous amounts of alcohol. However, the relationship between music and drugs spans across genres and decades. EDM, MDMA, and Drug Culture Songs within […]
Celebrities Who Won the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
130 Americans die every day from an overdose related to Opioids and 1.7 million Americans have a diagnosable addiction to prescription Opioids (like hydrocodone or OxyContin). Celebrities are human and their journey to recovery can be just as tough. Below are celebrities who have overcome Opioid addiction and live sober. Robert Downey Jr. The Iron […]
CONCERTA ADDICTION
Concerta (methylphenidate) is a prescription stimulant in the same class as Ritalin. In fact, Concerta and Ritalin have essentially the same chemical make-up, but Concerta is the extended-release version, lasting up to 12 hours. The chemical makeup of Concerta is similar to other stimulants like cocaine and amphetamine, and the drug is similarly addictive. Concerta […]
