Substance Use Disorder Resources

Addiction Withdrawal Definition Addiction was often associated with substances like alcohol and drugs. However, this has been changed especially in the part of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Addiction is now defined as a chronic brain disorder brought about by the motivation, memory, and reward associated with substances […]

Norco and Vicodin are examples of prescription opioid analgesics which are used to remedy pain. It can be sometimes difficult to tell the difference based on what Vicodin looks like. These drugs both contain a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone bitartrate and are both classified as Schedule III meds. Schedule […]

When talking about the most dangerous drugs on the planet, crack cocaine definitely ranks near the top. It is harmful to the user’s mind, health, spirit, personality, life, and more. People can become dependent upon this drug after using it only once or twice. According to the National Institute on Drug […]

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 […]

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 […]