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Is Alcoholism a Mental Illness?
Alcoholism, the common term for problem drinking or alcohol addiction, is a complex disease that has psychological, biological, and social components. According…
Addiction in Sports: Where It Begins, Where It Ends, and What It Does to Athletes
The toxic presence of drugs and alcohol addiction in sports has been well-documented. However, we often don’t hear about it until a…
Fentanyl Test Strips: What Are They, How Do They Work, and Why Are They Important?
Fentanyl testing strips are an increasingly important asset in the fight against fatal drug overdose. They’re testing kits that can detect the…
Is Quitting Heroin Cold Turkey Safe?
Quitting heroin[1] “cold turkey” can be dangerous, depending on how long and how much you or your loved one have been using. While…
How Dangerous is Benzodiazepine Withdrawal?
Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a sedative class of prescription drugs commonly used for anxiety and sleep disorders. The most common types of benzos…
How Long Does Valium Withdrawal Last? Diazepam Withdrawal Timeline
Valium withdrawal lasts for different periods, depending upon how long and how much for the drug you’ve been using. Valium (diazepam) is…
Alcohol and Drug Hotlines: Who Can You Contact When You Need Help?
One of the worst things about addiction and mental illness is that it makes you feel alone and that there’s nobody you…
The Risks of Mixing Alcohol and Zoloft
Major depression is the most common mental health disorder in the US.[1] In 2023, an estimated 21 million Americans aged 18 and…
Cocaine Addiction in Corporate America: Helping Yourself or Your Loved One
The prevalence and impact of cocaine addiction in corporate America have been well documented, both in pop culture and actual institutional research….
Suboxone Personality Changes and Other Signs and Symptoms
Suboxone (buprenorphine) is a medication often used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) by managing withdrawal symptoms and alleviating intense cravings that…
The Language of Recovery: 5 Tips for Talking to A Newly Sober Person
Language matters. The right (or wrong) words can completely transform a person’s day. When that person has just entered recovery[1] from drug…
Benefits of Sobriety: Seven Great Things that Happen to You When You Stop Using Drugs or Alcohol
Recovery is a lot of work, but it isn’t all work. There are many physical, emotional, and lifestyle benefits of sobriety. It’s…
Should I Choose Virtual Rehab for Alcohol and Drug Addiction?
The COVID-19[1] pandemic has forced us to adapt to living more and more of our lives virtually, and this often includes how we…
Harm Reduction: What Is It and What Are the Benefits and Risks?
Harm reduction is a public-health movement that aims to minimize the legal, medical and community-related impact of substance use. It incorporates a…
Ways to Celebrate National Recovery Month 2021
We’re officially a week into National Recovery Month 2021, a 30-day event organized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…
MAT: Eligibility, Benefits and Risks
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) involves the use of certain medications in conjunction with behavioral therapy for alcohol and drug addiction. These medications are…
Addiction and Hepatitis: What’s the Connection and How Can I Get Help?
Addiction and hepatitis are often associated. There are different forms of hepatitis. Symptoms and severity depend on how the disease was contracted,…
Types of Drug and Alcohol Rehab: Which is Right for Me?
There are many types of alcohol and rehab. The type of program you or your loved one chooses depends on a variety…
What Does A Case Manager Do In Rehab?
If you or your loved one are searching for addiction treatment, there may be certain terms you don’t recognize. Although these terms…
Can Suboxone Get You High?
One of the most common questions people ask when considering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder is: “Can Suboxone get you…
Signs of Alprazolam Addiction and How to Get Help
Alprazolam (commonly known as Xanax®) is a benzodiazepine (benzo) commonly used to treat different types of anxiety and, in certain cases, alcohol…