Many people view cocaine as a harmless party drug, but the reality is that cocaine abuse can bring with it serious, life-threatening side effects. Cocaine is a particularly addictive substance, and as a result, it can also be difficult to know when you have crossed the line from recreational use into a genuine substance use…
Drug addiction is a serious condition that requires professional treatment and care. While there are many addiction treatment centers across the country, not all of them offer long-term drug rehab. In many cases, however, this level of care is an essential step in the recovery process because it gives clients the time they need to…
When you are grappling with a substance use disorder (SUD) and decide it is time to seek treatment, choosing the right level of care is essential to effective recovery. Drug and alcohol addiction occurs on a spectrum ranging from mild to severe. For mild to moderate levels of addiction, short-term residential rehab or intensive outpatient…
Most people struggle to be objective about their drug and alcohol use. When you surround yourself with others who drink or do drugs, it is especially easy to justify your level of use or compare yourself to others, thinking, “Well, I don’t drink or use as much as they do.” It is also easy to…
According to the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics, approximately 100,306 Americans died from drug overdoses in the 12 months ending April 2021, representing a 28.5% increase from the same period in the prior year. Provisional data indicate 75,673 overdose deaths were from opioids, up from 56,064. These numbers glaringly show that, despite national efforts…
The prevalence of substance use disorders in the LGBTQ+ community is significantly higher than that of the general population. A significant reason for this is that historically, people who identify as LGBTQ+ have experienced more stigma, discrimination, and other familial and societal challenges than those who identify as heterosexual. These factors have also made it…
Recognizing the need for addiction treatment is the first step on the road to recovery. However, with over 14,000 drug and alcohol rehab centers across the nation, deciding which one to choose can feel intimidating. Some people look for a rehabilitation center close to home to have the support of friends and family. Others should…
Getting treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction can be an intimidating prospect, at least initially. You may feel like you are faced with many unknowns and unanswered questions as you seek drug or alcohol rehab. First among them likely involves what drug or alcohol rehab entails and how it can help you or a…
When you choose to seek treatment for substance abuse, you are faced with an array of choices. You’ll have to decide on a rehab center, choose between inpatient or outpatient treatment, and navigate a variety of complicated questions. First among them is often how long your treatment program will be. Generally, a short-term drug rehabilitation…
Xanax is one of the most popular and widely prescribed anti-anxiety drugs in the United States. It is also one of the most commonly abused, as it is fast-acting, and tolerance typically builds quickly. For those individuals not taking Xanax as prescribed, signs of addiction can begin in a matter of weeks. Due to Xanax…