According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 40.3 million Americans aged 12 or older struggle with a substance use disorder. Addiction can affect virtually anyone. Consequently, healthcare workers—including nurses—have seen a noticeable uptick in addiction numbers. If you or a loved one is a nurse with a substance use disorder, our intensive outpatient…
Opioid prescription drug dependence can happen easily, often without a person realizing they’ve become dependent. Sadly, opioid abuse can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms when you try to kick the habit. Fortunately, medically supervised opioid detox in Tampa, FL, offers the tools and support needed to stop opioid use safely and effectively. BoardPrep Recovery Center®…
Almost everyone who attends college enjoys some newfound adult freedom while there. This is part of growing up. While on campus, 80% of college students drink alcohol, even underage. For almost half of these, binge drinking in college cause friends and loved ones great concern. The problems don’t end with graduation. Binge drinking behavior can…
What are the qualities of narcotics vs. opiates? “Narcotics” is a catch-all term referring to painkillers that dull the senses. Opiates refer to substances made from natural opiates and synthetic products called opioids. Today, the term narcotics also covers opiates. If you want to stop using narcotics, BoardPrep Recovery Center®’s opiate detox program in Tampa, FL…
Cocaine vs. crack—are you clear about what the differences are between the two? Cocaine and crack are both stimulant drugs that are derived from the coca plant. While they are similar in many ways, there are also significant differences between the two drugs. Both have had a significant impact on American society, and both carry…
Drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace is a significant problem. In fact, it can have serious consequences for both the individual and the company. Substance abuse can lead to decreased productivity, absenteeism, accidents, and injuries on the job. In addition, it can contribute to an overall negative company culture. Using drugs or alcohol at…
Ever been mesmerized when looking at something? Pre-occupied with hunger or thirst, unable to focus on anything else, or stuck in your thoughts about the loss of love? Addiction to alcohol and other drugs is like that. In fact, it hijacks the brain, making it very difficult to focus on anything else. It’s vital to…
Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy used in addiction recovery. Psychologist Marsha M. Linehan developed the therapy to treat suicidality. Now substance abuse treatment centers in Tampa, FL, and elsewhere, use DBT techniques as first-line treatment for severe forms of mental disorders. They include those who don’t respond to standard treatments, such…
The opioid epidemic covers a lot of different drugs, including heroin. Heroin induces a euphoric feeling when injected, snorted, or smoked. Like other opioids, a person runs a very high risk of overdosing the longer they use. Recognizing the physical signs of heroin use gives you a better chance of helping someone before that happens.…
In our society, alcohol use is legal and widely accepted. In moderation, many adults consume alcohol responsibly, but used in access, alcohol can create a litany of problems. One of the ways that alcohol use can escalate to becoming extremely problematic is when alcohol is mixed with prescription drugs. Though these medications are often prescribed…