Drug withdrawal can be a scary process. It often involves both physical and mental symptoms. The discomfort felt by those attempting to do it on their own often leads them back to drug use. The good news is that you don’t have to do it alone. Drug withdrawal symptoms can be properly managed at a…
If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction, you may be wondering what forms of help are available. A quick Google search reveals inpatient rehab programs, outpatient programs, medically assisted detox and treatment programs, and more. These options can quickly become overwhelming. We’re here to help clear up any confusion. If you’re living…
In Recovery, We Learn That Facing the Truth WILL Set Us Free “Truth has no special time of its own. Its hour is now – always.” – Albert Schweitzer In a heated courtroom scene in the movie A Few Good Men, Col. Nathan Jessep (Jack Nicholson) famously yells at military lawyer Lt. Daniel Kaffee (Tom…
Heroin withdrawal symptoms may only last a week or so, but they can be severe. Every time you use heroin, you want more. However, like every other drug, your body soon builds up a tolerance to it. You need increased doses to feel that high. Eventually, you start to feel heroin withdrawal symptoms. If you…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, by the time a young person reaches high school, there is a strong likelihood he or she will have tried alcohol or drugs. In fact, approximately 70 percent of high school seniors admit to trying drugs at least once. Some of these young people will continue down…
With the drug addiction crisis rising, overdoses increase as well. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 70,200 drug overdoses occurred in 2017. The data reflects that out of these overdoses, the greatest increase was among people dealing with fentanyl addiction. This synthetic drug accounts for approximately 28,400 in that same year. We…
If you’ve been living with a substance abuse problem, there is help available. One of the best rehab programs for men in Florida can help you take the first steps towards reclaiming your life. In fact, you can be well on your way towards a total and lasting recovery in less time than you might…
Prescription drug abuse is a problem that plagues millions of Americans. The most obvious sign of the problem is, of course, the ongoing opioid epidemic that claims tens of thousands of lives annually. It’s an unfortunate truth that much of the drugs people abuse come from the medicine cabinets of family or friends. Specifically, National…
If you’re living with addiction but ready for something else, a women’s addiction treatment in Tampa FL can help. Quality rehab can provide you with tools and resources that are necessary to get sober and make permanent changes to your lifestyle. If you’re ready to start working towards a clean and independent future, start searching…
You wake up with a pounding headache and clammy skin. As you get up and go about your business, your hands shake. You’re actually experiencing the first signs of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. If you were to decide to quit drinking for good, what would an alcohol detox timeline look like? First Things First: Quit Drinking…
