Detox

Withdrawn funds from college savings for your children or your retirement accounts? Drug use affects all parts of your life, so examining what your use is costing you can help you find the motivation to get clean. The majority of people treated for a powder cocaine addiction remain drug free. Most people who have treatment for […]

This is true whether the addiction is to other substances such as heroin or alcohol, or activities like gambling, shopping, or sex. Furthermore, as John C. Umhau explains, “The increased potency of cannabis over the years has caused more people to have significant withdrawal symptoms when they try to quit.” But even though more and more people are using marijuana and it is […]

You can also look into group therapy sessions, which are often held at hospitals and other addiction treatment facilities. Narcan (naloxone) is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. The drug is an opioid antagonist, meaning it binds to opioid receptors to reverse and block the effects of opioids. The primary goal of long-term […]

Rehab includes individualized treatment plans to help patients identify and overcome the underlying issues that started their addiction. While the main priority of a rehab facility is to help patients overcome addiction, there is an abundance of other benefits of rehab as well. In addition to conquering one’s addiction, those attending addiction treatment will also […]

Detox facilities can monitor your health and make the process safe and more effective. Medical professionals provide important monitoring and can treat you if you have extreme side effects or if you experience dangerous complications. A facility will also work to ensure that your recovery lasts. You may be eager to reach your goal, but […]

Treatment can start anyone battling a substance use problem on the path to a healthier and happier life. Rehab programs are located throughout the U.S., and a variety of treatment types is available. You can use SAMHSA’s Find Treatment tool to search for facilities. Many state government websites will provide local drug and alcohol resources […]

Inpatient detox and treatment provide around-the-clock care and supervision. Given the highly addictive nature of heroin, this kind of treatment presents the best opportunity for recovery. Most people experience heroin withdrawal symptoms between eight and 24 hours after last use. If you find yourself having difficulty during your taper, support from others can be very […]

Unlike group therapy, support groups are not led by a professional counselor or addiction therapist. A peer support specialist or other group members usually lead these groups. Outdoor group therapy sessions are common for meditation and recreational therapies. While skills development groups often incorporate elements of psychoeducation and support, the primary goal is on building […]

A goodbye letter to addiction is similar to journaling because you are still writing down your emotions, and you will likely feel some of the same effects. It serves as a personal outlet for any feelings you may be struggling to come to terms with. A goodbye letter to alcohol or drugs can also help […]

They also create a temporary sense of intense well-being or euphoria. That sensation wears off as the drugs leave your system, but the desire to reproduce that feeling may linger. If you then seek out more opioids, you can kick off a cycle of drug use that is very hard to break. It’s a synthetic […]