When Should You Seek Substance Abuse Treatment?
Knowing when is the right time to check into a drug rehab is a tough decision. Simply put, there will never be a perfect time. However, there are key factors that may help you in deciding whether or not it’s time to seek treatment. We’re going to inform you of what to look for in […]
Can You Relapse After Drug Rehab?
Hundreds of thousands of people attend treatment every year. Some people go to a different state to remove themselves from the current environment they are in, just for a glimmer of hope. As an individual goes through the treatment program, completing the steps, and fulfilling the criteria of the program from the start— a relapse […]
Are You Substituting Your Addiction in Recovery?
During addiction, dopamine levels increase during drug use, creating dependency on that drug. Once people have entered sobriety, they may turn to substitutes. For instance, many recovering addicts may turn to nicotine, caffeine, or sweets. However, having a substitute addiction can be harmful to your health, despite being in recovery. Because you’re addicted to something […]
Six Ways to Fight the Opioid Crisis
While efforts to combat the opioid epidemic continues, such as the recent funding of 1.8 billion from the government, the problem will not go away overnight. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), more than 130 people die every day overdosing on opioids. Now, the American Medical Association (AMA) has come out with six steps to combat the crisis, believing their […]
Company Accused of Fueling Opioid Crisis Files for Bankruptcy
In recent events surrounding the opioid crisis, Purdue Pharma files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Purdue Pharma is known for creating the infamous opioid prescription medication, OxyContin. For years, Purdue Pharma has been fighting lawsuits from many states, totaling 2,600 different cases. As a result, the company has filed for bankruptcy, halting any types of litigation against them. […]
Do You Need Treatment for Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms?
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines alcohol use disorder as “chronic relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive alcohol use, loss of control over alcohol intake, and a negative emotional state when not using.” However, it’s difficult to assess on your own if you have an alcohol use disorder. Although, if you excessively drink […]
How to Break the Cycle of Addiction
According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), addiction is defined as a “primary, chronic disease of brain reward, motivation, memory, and related circuitry.” As a person becomes addicted to drugs, they become obsessive and compulsive, developing “drug-seeking” behaviors. Addiction becomes a problem when there is an impairment of a person’s chemical balance in the brain. Once a […]
How to Prevent a Relapse
One of the hardest things to do in your recovery is preventing a drug-related relapse. For instance, there are triggers that give you cravings or entice you to use drugs again, but you must resist. If you’re aware of what makes you want to use drugs, however, you can avoid a relapse. We’ll tell you […]
How to Enjoy Life Being Sober
Recovering from addiction isn’t easy. When you’re off drugs, you may feel lost and not sure what to do. Boredom and restlessness increases, which can lead to relapses, spiraling down the same path in which you started. Your recovery is remarkable, and so is your sobriety. We’ll tell you a few tips on how you […]