Executives often wonder if there are detox services available to them that are discreet and comfortable. There are many places that offer detox services that are safe and luxurious. Detoxing from home is one option that many people are unaware of. Addiction can high-pressure anyone from...
Many people are aware that there is an addiction epidemic in the United States. What many people don't realize is that crystal meth addiction is a big part of the equation. While the country has been slowly addressing the opioid epidemic, it’s once again battling...
Note: Detoxing from alcohol at home can be physically dangerous. Do not attempt alcohol detox at home without the assistance of a trained medical professional. Many people who are addicted really want to stop drinking, but they’re not sure how to do it. Heavy drinkers can...
Are you looking for home detox services in California? If so, you’re in the right place. Many people are not aware that an at-home detox is an option. But it's important to know that you can do this at home, as long as you have the...
Warning: Trying to detox alone without the assistance of medical professionals can be dangerous or even fatal, depending on the substances involved. This article refers to detox at home with the aid of a trained and licensed physician. Why Does a Person Need Detox? Detox is a...
Deciding that you’re ready to pursue a drug-free lifestyle is a huge and life-changing decision, however, unfortunately, it is only the first of many on your recovery journey. Perhaps you have been subject to an intervention, and your eyes were opened to the impact of...
In Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step programs, the first “step” is to admit that a life in the sole pursuit of alcohol and other drugs has become unmanageable. It describes those who have fallen into its trap as powerless on their own to make changes....
When watching your loved one do battle with an addiction, it can be especially difficult to watch, and particularly challenging when you get caught in the crossfire. It is not always easy to talk to these individuals without them becoming distraught or defensive, and knowing...
If you are new to the treatment and recovery world you may wonder any of the following questions: what is a case manager, what is their job, and why do I need one? Or perhaps you’ve been working with a case manager for some time...
Withdrawal symptoms are physical and psychological responses as the result of the mind and body reacting to the absence of a substance that an individual had become dependent on in order to function “normally.” Withdrawal symptoms vary depending on the type of drug, length of...