Withdrawing from Prescription Drug Addiction Safely
According to a 2010 survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, 26 million Americans have used prescription medication for a non-medical or unintended use. This makes it one of the most frequently abused categories of drugs. Many people may assume that because it can be acquired legally from a doctor, opioid painkillers, […]
Keep Coming Back: Steps for Getting on Track after a Relapse
Although you might have worked hard for your sobriety, there is always the chance that you become overwhelmed by temptation and give in to your cravings. Relapsing is a reality for many people who are dealing with serious, long-term addiction and feel the urge to return to their old habits and lifestyle. A moment of […]
New Alcoholism Treatment through Virtual Reality
A new form of treatment for alcohol abuse and alcoholism has been showing promise in preliminary studies. The concept behind the new treatment is “virtual reality” therapy that can help to curb cravings and abuse for people with drinking addictions. The recent study from South Korea involved ten patients with alcohol dependence that first went […]
Sobriety and Structuring Your Environment
In recovery, people can easily become overwhelmed by the changes they have to make and the stress they must face upon returning home. Between work, family, and friends it can be too much to take in. After leaving rehab it can be especially helpful for people to work toward creating structure in their lives so […]
Are Custom Alcohol Treatments More Effective?
This past June, the Research Institute of Addictions in Buffalo, New York received a $3 million grant to perform research into how effective custom alcohol treatments are. The researchers at the institute at the University of Buffalo will look at treatments specifically tailored to a person’s behavior and whether the outcomes are any better than […]
What are Doctor’s Misconceptions About Prescription Abuse?
Prescription drugs, especially opiate painkillers, are quickly evolving into a serious epidemic in terms of misuse, dependence and addiction. As common as prescription drug dependence is becoming in the U.S., many primary doctors are still in the dark about the dangers and potential risks of providing patients with certain types of medication. A recent study […]
David Dastmalchian’s Past Struggles With Addiction
Fans of the actor, who is best known for supporting roles in films such as The Dark Knight, Prisoners, and the superhero movie Antman, may be surprised to find out that Dastmalchian struggled with drug addiction and homelessness years before finding success in Hollywood. His latest film project, called Animals, tackles some of the darker […]
Making Healthy Life Decisions During Recovery
It’s a known fact that recovery is not an easy process. There are ups and downs that you will go through and the real test is being able to get through any kind of experience recovery throws your way. Completing treatment and getting started on the recovery process will feel great and anyone who’s been […]
5 Ways to Strengthen Your Sense of Self-Worth
If you want to live a fulfilling life and make the changes necessary to thrive, one of the most important things you can do is see yourself as worthy of thriving and capable of making those changes. A positive self-image can allow you to go through life with the confidence needed to make a positive […]
The Dangers of Edible Marijuana
As more states are accepting the idea and working towards legalizing marijuana, there are a variety of different forms of THC and marijuana that consumers can find at a local medical marijuana clinic. The drug has become more popular in the form of “edibles” or marijuana-infused treats like cookies, brownies or candies. As these kinds […]