There are countless soldiers who put their lives on the line every day to keep us and this country safe. Unfortunately, due to a variety of factors surrounding the military, veterans are at a much greater risk of developing mental health and substance abuse issues when compared to the general population. Primarily, this is due […]
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Do I Have An Addiction? Dependence vs Addiction
Drug addiction, substance abuse, and physical dependence are significant issues in the healthcare community. Substance use disorder (SUD) is a serious mental health issue that impacts countless individuals and families every year. Even though addiction and dependence are used interchangeably, they are not the same things. What do you need to know about an addictive […]
New Year Resolutions In Addiction Recovery
With 2023 upon us, there are a lot of people who are interested in setting New Year’s resolutions. For example, you might be setting a resolution to exercise more during the upcoming year, or you might be interested in eating a healthy diet. For those of us in addiction recovery, it is important to set […]
What Is Cotton Fever? | Causes and Symptoms of Cotton Fever
Substance abuse comes in many shapes and forms, and there are countless people who are looking for help with drug addiction treatment. This is a disorder that knows no borders, and it can impact anyone at just about any time. For example, some people engage in IV drug abuse, and this is a practice that […]
Can Alcohol Use Lead To Joint Pain?
Lots of people are familiar with the risks of drinking alcohol. For example, even moderate drinking, even the occasional glass of wine, could lead to serious problems; however, there are different ways that alcohol abuse could lead to joint pain as well. Alcohol Makes It Harder To Take Care of Yourself If you drink too […]
How To Encourage A Loved One In Rehab During Christmas
Substance abuse and addiction are disorders that do not care about timing. They can happen to anyone at any time during the year, and there are some people who might be in an residential treatment program during the holidays. Most people want to spend time with their family members and friends, and it can be […]
What’s The Difference Between Sally (MDA) Drug And Molly (MDMA)?
Recreational drugs go by a variety of street names, which can make it hard to figure out what someone is talking about. Two common examples are MDMA, which is usually referred to as “Molly” or “Ecstasy,” and MDA, which is typically known as “Sally.” MDA is closely related to MDMA, and both typically work through […]
Is Delta-8 Dangerous?
Google searches for the term “delta-8” grew by more than 850% in the United States between 2020 and 2021 (NYTimes.com). While some claim it is the more gentle and “legal” high that offers relaxation and pain relief, recent warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) […]
Narcan: What Is It? How Does it Work?
According to the CDC Injury Center, more than 930,000 people have died from a drug overdose, since 1999. In the United States, 91,977 drug overdose deaths occurred in 2020 alone. One major driver of these drug overdose deaths is opioids – mainly synthetic opioids other than methadone (82.3% of opioid-involved overdose deaths involved synthetic opioids). […]
Understanding the Jellinek Curve in Addiction & Recovery
Mental health and substance abuse is a serious issue that impacts countless people worldwide. One of the most common mental health issues involves substance abuse. The Jellinek Curve illustrates that alcoholism or drug abuse is a progressive disease that can worsen over time if appropriate medical treatment is not received. Designed initially to describe the […]