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…
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…
To some, underage drinking is considered a right of passage. But the effects of underage drinking can have serious and long-lasting consequences. Alcohol abuse in young adults can lead to academic problems, legal trouble, and physical and mental health issues. It can even lead to addiction and the need for alcohol rehab. In Tampa, Florida,…
Many people who consume alcohol regularly claim it helps them sleep. Unfortunately, that is not true. Alcohol has the opposite effect. Typically, when alcohol use disorder and sleep are combined, it results in disrupted sleep patterns, reduced REM sleep, and increased light sleep. It is one of the many adverse effects of alcohol abuse. If…
If someone you love is struggling with an addiction, then encouraging them to find treatment is one of the kindest things you can do for them. Substance abuse wreaks havoc on every part of a person’s life, damaging their health, finances, and relationships. If the process of staging an intervention is in their best interest,…
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…
March is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. This is a great time to learn more about drug and alcohol addiction and how to get help if you or someone you know is struggling. BoardPrep Recovery Center® is a Tampa drug and alcohol rehab center that offers addiction treatment programs for adults. Our staff is…
Holidays such as Valentine’s Day can put a lot of pressure on a couple, whether they’ve been together for a week or they’ve been together for ten years. If one or both of those in a relationship are experiencing problems with substance abuse, however, holidays and day-to-day life can become even more stressful. When one…
If you’ve never given alcohol or drug rehab a chance, you could be hurting your chances for complete rehabilitation. It is important to not let preconceived notions about rehab prevent you from seeking the professional help you need. Real recovery oftentimes involves treatment that is spread out into various stages. For many people, the first…
Substance misuse is when a person uses a prescription medication in ways that it was not prescribed. Substance abuse, meanwhile, is the illicit use of any drug. Neither misuse nor abuse guarantees the presence or even the potential development of an addiction. However, substance misuse and abuse in young adults always pose a risk of…