Addiction wellness is very exciting. There is a powerful feeling of independence from the dominating grip of drugs and alcohol. Addiction detox and recovery is a triumph. Along with a new and strong independence, there is also vulnerability. The world outside awaits. The power of addiction The word “addiction” is derived from the Latin…
Millions of people abuse prescription drugs across the United States and the world at large. The most commonly abused prescription drugs are likely responsible for the most significant numbers of incidents of prescription drug overdoses. Prescription drug addiction treatment programs offer an opportunity for individuals with an addiction to overcome their addiction and start living a life…
Just like cocaine and heroin, many prescription drugs have a risk of dependency, too. In fact, many people who use street drugs such as heroin first became addicted through legally obtained prescriptions for opioids and drugs like them. If you’re currently taking more of your prescription medication than your doctor recommends, or if you frequently…
Gender-specific rehab allows people to work on themselves in an environment that’s most likely to provide them with the support they need to thrive. You’ll work with other people of the same gender facing the same types of struggles you are. In a men or women-specific rehab program at Fort Behavioral Health, you’ll learn about…
A sober living home is a place to live while you transition from a life of addiction to a life of healing and recovery. There is a big difference between the life you were living and where you need and want to be. You need a drug-free space where you have the ability to live,…
When considering treatment, it may deter someone who has only heard about residential rehabs. At Greater Boston Addiction Centers (GBAC), we offer many treatment options, such as intensive outpatient treatment in MA to provide treatment to those who could benefit from treatment found in residential rehabs but can not afford to stop working or living…
Teenagers are notorious for always being on their phones, tablets, or other devices. Talking with friends, posting on social media, and playing games can take up a large chunk of their time. But could this habit be hurting them? For some teens, anxiety and social media go hand-in-hand. For others, compulsive use of their…
Because it is legal, easily purchased, and a major part of most social events, alcohol is a substance that can be easily abused or lead to dependency. There are several ways an individual can develop an alcohol use disorder or addiction, from regular consumption to binge drinking. Whatever the case, alcohol use can have a…
Is Heroin a Narcotic by Definition? A narcotic is a drug that in moderate doses dulls the senses, relieves pain, or induces deep sleep. But narcotics, when misused, can cause a stupor, coma, or convulsions. Another aspect of narcotics is that they are physiologically addictive. This means that upon use, an individual’s brain chemistry is…
Addressing the abuse of drugs or alcohol is rarely a simple matter. In fact, it’s often an urgent, potentially life-threatening issue, as substance abuse causes problems at work, in the home, at school, and with your health. The first step in a Florida Addiction Treatment Program usually involves detox. But Detox Programs are critical in getting…