Addiction and substance abuse is not just an adult problem. Young adult addiction has grown more common recently. In fact, data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reports that one in seven young adults struggles with substance abuse. Teen addiction primarily occurs with alcohol and marijuana. However, the National Institute on Drug…
You’ve worked hard to succeed in your profession. Now, a chemical dependency threatens to take it all away. However, there’s hope. Our executive rehab programs in Tampa, FL offer treatments for professionals that can turn things around. If you or someone close to you is struggling with addiction in the workplace, reach out to our…
Millions of Americans across the United States have struggled with an addiction to alcohol. Binge drinking and alcohol abuse have led to thousands of deaths across the country, cutting decades across people’s lives. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome alcohol use disorder and stop the various problematic forms of drinking, which can benefit both your…
Anxiety is our body’s natural alarm system. It helps us stay safe and make the right decisions. Some form of anxiety is essential for us, and it is an inevitable part of our nature. However, if you feel that you worry more than usual, have an unrealistic view of your problems, suffer from uncontrollable worrisome…
Alcohol can be insidious. It’s easy to fall into patterns that society has put before you. For many professionals, alcohol is a common component of social networking. For others, high-stress jobs can mean more and more pours at home. Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances, and if you’re uncomfortable with your regular…
Doctors have the highest rate of addiction out of all other professionals. More than 100,000 doctors in the United States struggle with drug abuse or addiction, and the most common drug of choice is a narcotic — oxycodone or fentanyl. Do you need to learn more about partial hospitalization for health professionals in Tampa? Call…
Did you know that residential addiction treatment is an integral part of recovery? Far too often, people undergo only detox and hope for the best. Tampa drug rehabilitation centers offer you an effective path to long-term recovery. Contact BoardPrep Recovery Center® today to learn more about our drug rehabilitation centers for professionals near Naples, Florida.…
Licensed health professionals don’t get some special immunity from addiction. In fact, some experts suggest that between 10-15% will experience some form of substance abuse or dependence. While this is consistent with the regular population, it’s especially dangerous among healthcare providers because drugs and alcohol impair judgment. Treating their addiction requires a unique drug rehab…
Vaping was once considered a safe alternative to smoking, but the truth is becoming more apparent. Vaping is addictive, comes with many health consequences and can trigger the pathways that lead to addiction, leaving the user vulnerable to more serious drug addiction. Pods for vaping are marketed with bright colors and fun flavors all wrapped…
“Substance use disorder remains the most serious illness to afflict pharmacists in their first 15 years of practice,” says Dr. Jeff Baldwin, PharmD, RPh, an emeritus professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy, in Omaha. Having co-authored two chapters of the 2018 ASHP…