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) […]
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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). […]
The Importance of National Recovery Month
Riverside Recovery of Tampa has partnered with Tampa’s 102.5 The Bone again this year to Break the Stigma of addiction. Every Saturday morning, Jotham Fady, Director of Admissions and Marketing will be representing Riverside Recovery in having an honest conversion about where you are in your relationship with substance use and also addiction. Whether you […]
Celebrating National Recovery Month 2022: Recovery is for Everyone
While the road to recovery is often compared to a tunnel that individuals must follow until they reach the light on the other side, the road to recovery is often a winding one with paths as unique as those who walk it. At Riverside Recovery of Tampa, we understand that not everyone takes the same […]
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 […]
What Is Eutylone? Florida Leads Nation in Overdose Deaths
There has been a lot of focus on substance abuse recently, and Florida has been in the news because it leads the country in eutylone deaths. Eutylone is a form of synthetic cathinone, and this designer drug can lead to major impacts, just like amphetamines. While the toxicology of eutylone is still being worked out, […]
How To Enjoy Summer Vacation in Recovery
Making the choice to live a life of sobriety is a major accomplishment and reaching this stage of your recovery is worth celebrating. One way to celebrate is by taking a vacation or a break! But sometimes life in recovery brings about unexpected challenges, especially without the right tools. Things you once enjoyed while under […]
What Is Shatter? | Dangers Of Shatter Addiction
You may have heard the terms “dab drug”, “dabbing”, or “shatter” recently, and with the seemingly never-ending list of street drug names, it can be hard to keep up with them all. This article dives into what exactly is “shatter”, what is it used for, and what are the dangers and risks of this relatively […]
Is Alcohol Use Disorder Genetic?
When a family member experiences alcoholism, we often struggle to find answers as to the cause. Sometimes, we even wonder: is alcohol misuse genetic? The reality is, that there are various factors that contribute to alcoholism and alcohol use disorder (AUD). Some of these factors are easier to control than others, but one that is […]
6 Ways To Tell Loved Ones You’re Struggling With Alcohol
Alcoholism isn’t always super black and white. In fact, struggling with an addiction like alcohol rarely ever is. So how do you know when it’s time to tell those closest to you that you’re hurting? And even if you’ve determined that it’s time to confide in someone, how do you tell them something that you […]