Expecting Mothers and Opioid Abuse
Women with an opioid use disorder (OUD) have unique clinical needs, especially pregnant women. Expecting mothers and opioid abuse require special considerati…
7 Signs of High Functioning Addiction
A particular population of people who are experiencing a drug or alcohol use disorder may continue to function, and perform daily responsibilities. However, …
Can Someone Die from Cocaine Withdrawal?
Treatment centers typically begin their services with medical detox to treat the challenging symptoms of drug withdrawal. When the brain and body are engaged…
How Long Does It Take To Detox From Cocaine?
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant that users smoke, snort, or inject to receive an intense euphoric high and an increase in energy and alertness. Toler…
What Do I Look For When Choosing A Rehab?
Deciding to seek treatment for a substance use disorder ignites the complex and sometimes problematic journey to achieve sobriety. First, choosing a rehab ce…
What is Gender-Specific Rehab?
A growing advancement in drug and alcohol treatment programs is gender-specific rehab programs. Gender-specific programs meet patients’ needs with diff…
Risks of At-Home Cocaine Detox
The risks of cocaine detox at home far outweigh any misconceptions of viability and safety. Cocaine withdrawal can be very uncomfortable and physically and m…
Xanax Addiction: Signs, Effects and Detox
Xanax is a central nervous system depressant belonging to the benzodiazepine class of drugs. Typically, benzodiazepines are safe for short-term use, with doc…
Are Delta-8 and Delta-9 Addictive?
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is a plant-based chemical found in cannabis plants called cannabinoids. Delta-8 and Delta-9 are different forms of THC. Each of th…
Why Are Amphetamines So Dangerous?
Amphetamines are dangerous because they are highly addictive. Typically, doctors prescribe amphetamines to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and…
What Do I Do If My Loved One Has Relapsed?
If your loved one relapsed, it’s not the end of their recovery and sobriety, so don’t lose hope. Notwithstanding, relapse is a distinct possibility, especial…
Understanding the Three Types of Benzodiazepines
There are three types of benzodiazepines to be aware of when prescribed these central nervous system depressant drugs. First, benzos are primarily prescribed…