Narcan is an FDA-approved medication used to assist someone who has overdosed on opioids. A brand name for the medication Naloxone, it is administered via a nasal spray. Narcan requires a prescription to purchase. Learning how to administer Narcan can save lives. The Narcan website states...
For some, symptoms of PAWS can interfere with getting sober and maintaining long-term recovery. Many addicts' substance abuse issues stem from some unresolved trauma or injury that drove them to self-medicate in an effort to mentally or physically deal with some situation in their life. Maybe...
The decision to detox from drugs or alcohol is a courageous step in the right direction. However, completing detox is not the conclusion of the process - it is only the beginning. The real challenge is staying clean. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)...
What is a sober companion? Overcoming addiction is difficult. The battle does not stop after you leave drug rehab. That is why many people hire a sober coach (aka sober companion). A sober companion is a professional who will help you stay on track while on...
By Jose Hernandez You may have completed a treatment program, finished detox or even have some time in recovery under your belt. You possibly even had a relapse prevention plan in place. However life-long sobriety from alcoholism and addiction is contingent on the daily maintenance of...