Alcohol and Drug
In recent years, the United States and Europe experienced sharp increases in opiate usage and addiction. Sometimes called epidemics, the rises have caused stress on systems that governments use to detect and treat addictions. The rise in usage and addiction also brought a […]
Getting sober is a tough job. You have succeeded in the hardest part of overcoming your addiction, but you still need to be aware of the stresses you will face in your first year of recovery. Leaving the Bubble Being in rehab is […]
Opiate addictions are among the more difficult to treat successfully. Opiates make significant changes in blood chemistry and at brain receptors to which they connect. The result is that recovering addicts may have severe levels of cravings, intense physical withdrawal, and emotional difficulties. […]
When your son has a problem with drugs or alcohol, it can be heartbreaking. Sadly, many people struggle with addiction, and family support is critical for a person to successfully battle an addiction to drugs or alcohol. During the time that your child […]
Opiates are highly addictive and dangerous drugs that are a major problem in the United States and in other countries. Most deaths from this drug are caused by taking a large dose that causes respiratory or cardiac arrest. If you have an addiction […]
The United States has an epidemic of opiate abuse. The sources of the epidemic include imported illicit drugs coming across the northern and southern borders as well as seaports. They include prescription painkillers obtained by addicts and drug dealers which have become a […]
Do One: Contact Us to Begin the Process of Overcoming an Addiction We recommend choosing a rehabilitation facility as quickly as possible in order to overcome a substance abuse problem. By delaying treatment, you are sinking deeper into an addiction that can damage […]
Sending your child to college is always a little scary, but you have to try to trust that you have taught them right from wrong. Yet, what do you do if you suspect that they might be using drugs or alcohol? Here, are […]
Drug Addiction is a Disease Under the Affordable Care Act, addictions are classified as diseases. They are eligible for services and plans must treat them like other diseases in terms of costs and services. This favorable treatment means that insurers cannot deny coverage […]
Packing a bag for rehab is far simpler than it seems. In fact, most rehab programs prefer for you to be comfortable during your stay. While they may give you a list of certain items that are not permitted due to safety concerns, […]