Why teens are high-risk for substance abuse
Substance Abuse Doesn’t Discriminate Substance abuse affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Unfortunately, this means it can impact the lives of both teenagers and adults. While many treatments are focused on adults, studies done by the National Institute on Drug Abuse show that today’s teens are more willing to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Risk […]
Alcohol addiction risks during & after the pandemic
The ongoing coronavirus has caused a host of problems, to say the least. For people fighting alcohol addiction, temptations to drink have worsened across the board in the last year due to added stresses caused by the pandemic, job loss, and lockdown conditions. Frustratingly, whenever the pandemic comes to a conclusive “end,” there could be even […]
Can I detox if I’m Pregnant?
Undergoing detoxification for your alcohol or drug addiction can be one of the most challenging things you ever do. Many people with addictions fear getting clean with the knowledge that experiencing withdrawal symptoms can be unpleasant and painful, and sometimes dangerous. However, detoxification is essential if you want to make the decision to recover. Pregnant […]
Why mental health disorders & addiction must be treated together
Mental disorders and addiction go hand in hand—in fact, research suggests that 50 percent or more of all patients with psychiatric disorders also abuse some type of drug. Despite this knowledge, it’s only recently that more rehab centers have begun to develop dual diagnosis programs to treat addiction and mental disorders together. But why is […]
How to avoid and treat prescription drug abuse
Misuse of prescription drugs is an increasing public health issue in the United States. Unfortunately, this issue knows no age limit and can affect people as young as twelve years old. While the most commonly abused category of prescription drugs is opioid painkillers, anti-anxiety medications, sedatives, and stimulants are also frequently misused. According to the […]
Be wary of recovery center scams
Recovery centers should be places of refuge—places where individuals struggling with addiction or dual diagnoses can turn to for compassion and support. Unfortunately, there are reports of some recovery centers that are taking advantage of people in their most vulnerable state in order to extract money from them. Known as “patient brokering,” this practice often involves rehab […]