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…
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…
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…
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…
Physician health programs for addicted doctors are effective in helping healthcare professionals recover from addiction, a study conducted on physician health programs reveals. These programs provide a structured and supportive environment in which healthcare professionals can detoxify and receive treatment for their addiction. It also provides a forum for physician health professionals to share their…
Substance abuse treatment can be done in different settings using various therapies, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS therapy). TMS is a recently-introduced treatment. Although lots of information is out there on its use, people are still asking, how does TMS therapy work for addiction? The therapy is primarily designed to treat depression. Over the years,…
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…
It’s not surprising that there’s a desperate need for rehab centers for young adults and teens. Drugs and stressors are plentiful on today’s high school and college campuses. Similarly, undiagnosed mental health conditions wreak havoc. That said, a few facilities offer honest answers and authentic hope for change through substance abuse treatment programs. BoardPrep Recovery Center®…
BoardPrep Recovery offers leading-edge addiction treatment in beautiful South Tampa. BoardPrep experts specialize in the treatment of serious addiction and complex dual disorders. Based on the successful physician health recovery model, BoardPrep improves long-term results through enhanced structure, coaching, and ongoing recovery monitoring. Through 30 years of clinical experience, the clinician founders developed the BoardPrep treatment method. BoardPrep Recovery…
A significant number of doctors, nurses, and physicians are likely to struggle with addiction at some point in their careers. As such, medical professionals struggle with alcohol abuse and addiction at rates that are similar to, or slightly higher than, the general public. There are certainly a wide-ranging set of problems associated with having a…