Alcoholism, also known as alcohol addiction or alcohol use disorder, affects millions of people in the U.S. and contributes to tens of thousands of deaths every year. Yet, alcohol is a legal substance widely used by those who enjoy its relaxing and euphoric effects. How exactly is alcoholism defined? How do you know if you […]
Alcohol is a depressant that slows the activity of the brain and central nervous system. This substance can help you feel calm and relaxed when used in small or moderate amounts, but when used regularly on a long-term basis, alcohol can cause serious, extensive damage to your brain and other major organs. Long-term alcohol abuse […]
Going Through the Mountain, Not Around It! In the PBS special series entitled The Power of Myth with Bill Moyers featuring the research of mythologist Joseph Campbell; Campbell spoke of a recurring myth that appeared in almost all of the cultures that he studied. The myth revolved around a young warrior/knight who was given a […]
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is used by many addiction treatment centers across the US to help people safely recover from opioid addiction. MAT is a combination of behavioral therapy, counseling, and medications that reduce opioid cravings and withdrawal symptoms (methadone and buprenorphine), and that block the euphoric and sedative effects of opioids (naltrexone). The state of […]
Drug withdrawal symptoms can be painful, uncomfortable, and distressing — especially for those who have decided to quit using drugs after a long period of use. Sometimes, drug withdrawal symptoms can be so severe that people put off seeking treatment just so they can avoid going through withdrawal. However, the drug detox treatments available today […]
When you or your loved one is ready to stop drinking and get professional help at a drug rehab, it’s normal to have plenty of questions about how alcohol detox works. Is alcohol withdrawal painful, and can detox relieve withdrawal symptoms? How long does alcohol detox last? Here’s how alcohol detox and withdrawal works, and […]
Loneliness is a key trigger for drug use and relapse, which presents a major challenge for people in recovery and at drug rehab who are staying inside and practicing social distancing in the time of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). In a recent feature aired on ABC 10 in Sacramento, Dr. John Biroc — a therapist at Dana […]
If you are wondering whether you may have a drinking problem, chances are that alcohol has started to interfere with your life negatively. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) reports that more than 55 percent of people in the U.S. have consumed alcohol at least once during the past month. However, there is a […]
Morphine is commonly used in hospital settings to provide pain relief and is prescribed to patients to manage moderate to severe pain at home. However, morphine is a habit-forming drug with the potential to cause abuse, dependence, and addiction when used for too long or when used incorrectly. Morphine addiction can be highly difficult to […]
Demerol has been widely used in the U.S. for decades to treat pain; however, this drug has a high potential for abuse and addiction. When misused, Demerol can lead to a dangerous cycle of addiction that can be difficult to break without professional treatment. Demerol abuse and addiction can be safely treated using detox and […]
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