Over the last few years, rappers and other pop stars have praised “lean” and led to a high degree of abuse of this substance among their listeners. But what is lean drug, and why is it dangerous? And just who is most affected by its abuse? Answering these questions is critical because it can help…
Most, if not all, people who have an alcohol use disorder (a.k.a. dependency on or addiction to alcohol) have looked for a “magic bullet” to help them sober up after a bout of heavy drinking. And certainly, a variety of myths continue floating around (especially by word-of-mouth or on the internet) about sobering up. Let’s…
If you are not familiar with the different opioids, you may not yet know all the differences between fentanyl and heroin. They are both opioids, but they have several different properties that may make them very different from the average person. Sometimes, people start with heroin but then switch to fentanyl because it is so…
Morphine is a pain medication of the opiate class. It is the most abundant alkaloid found in opium and the prototype of the naturally occurring class of compounds known as opiates. Although it was first isolated over two centuries ago, its therapeutic use only began in earnest in the mid-19th century. By the early 21st…
A popular expression at AA meeting is, “Never forget that resentment is a deadly hazard to an alcoholic.” We always think about the joy of breaking free from addiction. It’s true that there’s joy when this happens. However, a lot of emotions come up even when your life is going in the right direction. Let’s…
Though it’s a common misconception, alcohol does not actually kill brain cells. However, it can profoundly impact your brain function, including your memory. If you’re struggling with alcohol misuse and are concerned about the effects of alcohol on your memory, BoardPrep Recovery Center® offers an alcohol rehab in Tampa, FL that can help you break the…
Psychological dependence can be difficult to understand and can be a significant obstacle to recovery for people struggling with addiction. This term refers to the psychological cravings, urges, or behaviors that are experienced in response to continued substance use. It can include feelings of compulsion, obsession, and preoccupation with obtaining and using substances. Understanding the…
Alcohol use disorder is one of the biggest addiction problems in the United States. We hear plenty about the opioid crisis, and that is an epidemic, but alcohol causes more deaths than even opioids. Alcohol can kill slowly over time or it can kill in an instant. It is also a cause of many vehicle…
The amount of media attention that has been devoted to the pandemic may obscure the longevity and potential danger of another national problem: the opioid epidemic. Indeed, addiction to opioid drugs—including fentanyl, an extremely potent opioid—has continued to rise in recent years. Unfortunately, fentanyl addiction is far too common, and this addiction can be deadly.…
Alcohol use can have dire effects on a person’s life. From relationships to jobs to overall health, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to many negative consequences. One of the most devastating side effects of heavy drinking is liver damage. The liver is an essential part of the body’s functioning, responsible for filtering toxins and metabolizing…