Substance Use Disorder Resources

Valium is a commonly prescribed sedative drug. There are many different effects this drug can have on the body. It is very dangerous when someone abuses this drug.  Valium is prescribed for many reasons. You may get valium for sleep, muscle spasms, anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and more. There are different valium dosage […]

Drinking alcohol may be risky. Mixing alcohol with medication may be even riskier. Doctors will dissuade you from consuming alcohol with medication – prescribed or otherwise. Prescription drugs such as Klonopin are dangerous for people who are already dependent on alcohol or abusing alcohol.  Here are some facts you need to know […]

Is Addiction A Choice Or A Disease? Every year, the US economy loses an estimate of $740 billion due to the use of illicit drugs. Addiction is costing the economy a lot as expenses related to health care, crimes, and loss of productivity continue to increase. State governments, not just […]

Caffeine is the most popular and abused drug around the world. The brain changes the way it sends its signals because of the effects of caffeine. You should know when you cut off or decrease your caffeine intake, there will be consequences. You might have already found this out if […]

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 […]