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…
Opioid addiction affects millions of Americans each year, a number that has skyrocketed over the past several years as a result of the opioid crisis. Opioids are a class of drugs that include opium, morphine, codeine, and heroin, along with prescription painkillers like Oxycodone. Prescription opioids, if misused, are highly addictive, potentially deadly, and can…
Opioid addiction is a significant and pernicious threat to public health, one that has skyrocketed in intensity over the past several years. Thousands of people struggle with opioid addiction each year, resulting in devastating effects for those experiencing addiction and their loved ones. However, opioid addiction is very much treatable. Drug rehab services offer the…
On Veteran’s Day, we pay tribute to all Americans who have served their country in either war or peacetime. For some, Veteran’s Day can be a time of celebration or quiet remembrance for a loved one or friend. But for those who have served, it may also be a difficult reminder of trauma. A significant…
Watching a loved one struggle with addiction is a painful and difficult experience. You know that they need help, but you may be unsure where to start or what you can do. In these cases, a drug rehab program can help. A high-quality drug rehab program will allow your loved one to recover away from…