Few activities are as surrounded by medical myths as much as the consumption of alcohol. From claims that drinking directly kills your liver to tips on how to mitigate the effects of alcohol on brain and body, there’s a lot of information and misinformation out there. If you’re worried about issues related to alcohol addiction … Read more
Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to enjoy the sunshine and bring out the barbeque with friends and family. For recovering addicts, this season can be a difficult time to practice sobriety when the temptations seem to be magnified. Luckily, if you have gone through drug and alcohol treatment, you have the tools … Read more
While opioids are very effective at relieving pain, they are still dangerous if not used as prescribed and closely monitored by a physician. For this reason, they should only be used as directed. It’s also important to know how to take an opioid properly, as alterations to the dosage or method of administration can lead … Read more
Alprazolam, best known by its brand name Xanax, is a benzodiazepine prescription for treating anxiety and preventing panic attacks. It is one of the prescription medications for anxiety combined with alcohol that can lead to an overdose and turn into a substance use disorder. People may feel double the impact of both drugs by mixing … Read more
The recent mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas School in Parkland, Florida, has brought the issue of mental health and its relationship to gun violence into the forefront of public attention. The shooter, a 19-year-old young man with a history of psychological and behavioral problems, was apprehended by police and will eventually be brought to … Read more
Drugs with the Worst Withdrawal Symptoms One of the most worrisome prospects that comes with trying to quit any drug is the possibility of going through withdrawal. It’s important to be aware of what withdrawal symptoms accompany particular drugs, especially in instances where going off a specific drug may be fatal. While there’s a general … Read more
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol addiction or alcohol dependence, is classified as a diagnosable “substance use disorder.” Distinct from “harmful drinking,” a term for the habit of heavy drinking that impairs one’s health without actually developing dependency, alcohol dependence is a more severe form of alcohol use disorder. Alcohol’s harmful effects on the body and … Read more
Detoxification is a medical procedure for the body that removes dangerous levels of toxins from substances an individual has misused. This procedure can be performed in a hospital and usually involves a combination of therapies. Detoxification is the best treatment for chronic inflammation, which contributes to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes. The Haven … Read more
If you’re even a ‘casual’ drinker, there’s a good chance you’ve experienced some alcohol withdrawal symptoms. If six to twelve hours after an episode of drinking you’ve ever experienced trouble sleeping, tremors or shakes, extreme anxiety, a craving for even more alcohol, or any of the symptoms of a hangover, (think headache, nausea, sweating, that … Read more
Alcohol is detrimental to your health as it can cause severe side effects when misused over a long period. Alcohol addiction can alter chemical levels in your brain, making it difficult to function daily without consuming the substance. A thorough medical detox and rehab program at a reliable treatment facility can significantly help patients struggling … Read more
Detoxification from alcohol or drugs involves removing toxic substances from the body and treating withdrawal symptoms. Usually, detoxification takes three to 10 days. However, a more severe addiction might lengthen the detoxification process by weeks or months. Before beginning the process, you must know what to expect during detox. There is more to detox than … Read more
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