CLONAZEPAM ADDICTION
Clonazepam (commonly known as “Klonopin”) is a powerful drug known as a benzodiazepine; some people become addicted to it in as little as a month. Many people have formed an addiction to Clonazepam by simply taking the amount prescribed by their doctor. Clonazepam blocks special receptors in the brain to reduce stress and anxiety. When […]
HOW INTERVENTIONS CAN BE HELPFUL
Sometimes, families can arrange interventions that are effective and help their loved ones, but they also need to know how to identify the signs of addiction before it gets out of hand. If you’ve never been around a person who is suffering from addiction, it isn’t always easy to spot the signs for yourself. How […]
IDENTIFYING ALCOHOLIC SUBTYPES
There is a stereotype in America of what a typical alcoholic looks like. However, studies from the National Institute of Health (NIH), National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), and the National Epidemiological Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions (NESARC) put that belief to rest. These organizations conducted a national, clinical study originating from […]
DEFINING DETOXIFICATION
Detox, or detoxification, is the process of allowing the body to remove drugs from itself. Defining detoxification, the purpose of detox is to manage withdrawal symptoms safely when someone stops abusing alcohol or drugs. Everyone’s experience with detox is different; the type of drug and the length of time it was used to affect what […]
UNDERSTANDING METHYLPHENIDATE ADDICTION
Here is what you need to know about understanding methylphenidate addiction. Methylphenidate is a prescription stimulant in the same class as Concerta. In fact, methylphenidate and Concerta have essentially the same chemical makeup, but methylphenidate is the extended release version, lasting up to 12 hours. The chemical makeup of methylphenidate is similar to other stimulants […]
WHY IS ENABLING DANGEROUS?
Enabling is a great detriment to an addict’s recovery process. Often times, an enabler desires to deny all the facts blatantly in front of them, for the sake of protecting their loved one and holding onto them. They believe that denial helps everything to remain the same when in reality they’re putting their loved one […]
ADDICTION TO CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE
Like other benzodiazepines, chlordiazepoxide is a psychotropic, habit forming drug. People who are legitimately prescribed chlordiazepoxide for medical purposes (such as insomnia or anxiety) can still develop a dependence on the drug. Some people start using chlordiazepoxide by increasing their dosage once they no longer experience the desired effect. Others start using chlordiazepoxide to intentionally […]
IS THERE A LINK BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGICAL INSTABILITY AND ADDICTION?
Mental illnesses are associated with distress and/or problems functioning in social, work, or family activities. Anyone can suffer with mental illness, though it is most common in those with a family history of mental illness. The onset of mental illness can occur at any time during a person’s life; symptoms can begin to show at […]
SPOTTING YOUR OWN ALCOHOL ADDICTION
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 STRESS TIES INTO ALCOHOLISM
After a hectic day, it may seem as though there is nothing more relaxing than having a few drinks to help you unwind. However, though it is a little known fact, drinking alcohol can actually make you feel more stressed! People generally talk about having a drink to help them calm down when they are […]
