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Knowledge is a powerful tool in the fight against substance use disorder. Our blogs provide helpful information, guides, and tips to anyone who needs it.

Prescription opioids – including hydrocodone, oxycodone, codeine, and morphine – are prescribed to treat moderate to severe chronic and acute pain following surgery or injury. This is an important part of treatment when used appropriately. Misuse and abuse, however, poses serious risks to an individual’s health and may lead to […]

If you are in recovery from an alcohol addiction, St. Patrick’s Day may be a trigger for you. It may seem like a day when drinking is a necessity, especially if you go to a party. It can be a problem for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction or who have […]

Posted on March 06 , 2019
Crystal meth, also referred to as methamphetamine, is an extremely addictive substance that may produce long-lasting effects on an individual’s body. The illicit (illegal) drug crystal meth is available in rock-like crystals that usually have a semitransparent white or sometimes blue color. With the introduction of efficient prescription stimulants, methamphetamine currently has […]

Hydrocodone is a dangerous drug. While it is prescribed to people who deal with pain, from acute to chronic, there are many negative and sometimes even severe side effects. This drug has a high potential for being abused. Users can become physically and psychologically dependent upon it. Hydrocodone is one […]

Treatment for opiate addiction normally consists of two paths from which a physician can choose the option with the greatest safety and effectiveness to help a patient recover from their dependence on opiates. The two approaches are detoxification accompanied by complete abstinence and detoxification accompanied by induction into a medication-assisted treatment (MAT). […]

Vitamins For Drug & Alcohol Withdrawals Studies show drug detox vitamins are important and essential elements of a successful detox and sobriety. There is a strong need to address the nutritional needs of former addicts throughout their detox and recovery. Alcohol treatment centers may use recovery vitamins and supplements for […]

Delirium Tremen: About, Signs, Symptoms & Treatment Alcohol-addicted individuals who are trying to quit their dependency need to go through the detoxification process before starting treatment. The detox stage involves cessation of alcohol consumption to completely rid the body of all traces of alcohol. Completely ceasing the intake of alcohol is […]

Posted on February 22 , 2019
What Is K2 Spice?   K2 Spice (sometimes known as K2/Spice) refers to a drug known as a synthetic cannabinoid and is also known as synthetic marijuana or herbal incense. The K2 Spice drug is a compound made of dried and shredded plant material sprayed with man-made chemicals that can alter the […]

Is it plausible to get high on Lyrica?  The fact is, you can.  If you or a loved one has been prescribed Lyrica, there are many signs of abuse you should watch out for.  But first, let’s understand what Lyrica is.If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, we […]

Posted on February 20 , 2019
Withdrawing from heroin may cause symptoms similar to the flu (influenza). Drugs such as heroin affect the reward system in the brain, thereby increasing one’s tolerance to their effects with continued use.  As a result, people dependent on heroin have to constantly increase their dosage to experience the same highs they experienced before.  If […]

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