As the rate of addiction soars in the United States, the demand for substance abuse counselors continues to rise. Statistics by the Department of Labor show that this need will increase by close to 23% between 2016 and 2026. This growth is mainly because of...
Xanax, known initially as alprazolam, is a popular type of benzo that doctors prescribe to patients suffering from panic and anxiety disorders. It binds to the GABA-A receptors causing hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and sedative effects. While it has medical benefits, continuous abuse for extended periods often...
Alcohol and drug detox is the process of getting alcohol and drugs from your system. You will also learn how to cope with withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and lead an addiction-free life. In most use disorder cases, medical supervision is necessary to ensure safe and effective. Drug...
Addiction treatment has always been done in confined surroundings with constant supervision by doctors and other certified caregivers. While this care has often been life-changing, it is continuously viewed with some judgment. This perception has made many addicts hesitant to seek help, even though their...
Any type of alcohol use, from moderate to heavy, has an effect on our bodies and our brains. It’s important to understand that heavy alcohol use causes damage to body organs and, most importantly, to the brain. Before understanding how alcohol affects our memory, we...
Traditional detox involves signing up for a detox program away from home and residing in the facility until you have completed the process. However, millions of people don’t get access to detox that they so urgently need because they don’t have the time and resources...
Research shows that drug addiction affects more than 25 million Americans. Dependence on drugs has many effects on addicts and those close to them. Its results include declining health of addicts, destruction of relationships, and abdication of responsibilities by addicts. Overcoming a substance dependence is...
Skin damage is common after using methamphetamines, but the cause of meth sores is not what you may think. The negative effects of methamphetamine on the human body are countless. From liver, kidney and lung disease to tooth and mental decay, methamphetamine is clearly harmful. The...
Bipolar disorder is a severe mental condition that can cause a lot of harm if left untreated. Previously called manic depression, it is an illness characterized by sudden, extreme changes in emotional states, mood, energy levels, judgment, and behavior. Patients need treatment to curb its...
A medically assisted detox processes are plans set in place to help the body relearn how to function without the drug. For people who have fallen prey to addictive patterns and have used substances such as opioids, methamphetamines, and alcohol, quitting “cold turkey” is not...