Men and Alcoholism
Alcoholism is a dangerous condition, regardless of gender. Anybody can be affected by the consequences of alcohol poisoning, liver failure, or the social issues that stem from drinking. However, some of the distinctions between men and women make men more susceptible to certain alcohol-related risks. These factors are partly biological and partly social, and add […]
Tips for Avoiding Addiction Relapse Triggers
Overcoming drug or alcohol addiction is about more than getting through withdrawal and quitting the substance. Unfortunately, many people who complete a detox and rehabilitation program end up relapsing. This is entirely normal and does not indicate failure in your recovery. However, some strategies can help reduce the chances and frequency of relapses. Participating in […]
Understanding Psychological Dependence
Psychology plays a vital role in addiction, impacting the likelihood someone will have developed an addictive personality or how drugs can function as a kind of coping mechanism for stress or depression. The opposite is also true. In fact, addiction can affect the psychology of an individual in ways that can take months or years […]
Risks of Self-Medicating for Depression
Feelings of sadness and experiencing grief are normal human emotions. Every person has those dark moments throughout their life, but usually, those feelings dissipate relatively quickly. On the other hand, major depression, or a depressive disorder, is more severe and potentially debilitating. Depression is a diagnosable condition classified as a mood disorder. With it can […]
Am I Addicted to Prescription Drugs?
“Am I addicted to prescription drugs?” It’s a question that many people face. Prescription drug addiction treatment occurs when an individual uses prescription drugs in a manner other than prescribed by their doctor. Prescription drug abuse is dangerous, primarily because it can lead to opioid addiction. With addiction comes an increased risk of overdose and death. […]
Dangers of Heroin and Fentanyl
Heroin and fentanyl are both opioids, a type of drug synthesized from chemicals endemic to the poppy plant. Some opioids are prescribed for pain relief, especially in cases of severe or chronic pain, but neither heroin nor fentanyl is widely used in any medical application, save for some post-surgery situations. Instead, these two opioids are […]
Common Effects of Crystal Meth
Crystal meth is a form of methamphetamine, a drug popular for its invigorating, euphoric rush that can last for hours. In addition to the intended effects of crystal meth, it has a roster of harmful consequences that range anywhere from unpleasant to fatal. Meth is an expensive, damaging drug that has significantly more negatives than […]
Finding Addiction Treatment for Men
When offering personalized care for addiction treatment, it’s important to factor in everything that makes a person who they are. By leaning into the strengths and attributes of each of our patients, we’re able to provide the full benefits of therapy. Part of that is understanding how men and women can be impacted differently by […]
Substance Abuse in Older Adults
With age, illicit drug abuse tends to decrease. This is the case for several reasons—the distribution and sale of illegal substances has a demographic, that being those in their late teens to mid-twenties. Socially speaking, the culture of being young and independent plays heavily into substance abuse, being a prominent fixture of college partying or […]
Am I a Functioning Alcoholic?
Alcohol addiction takes many forms and is sometimes not as apparent as you may think. The reality of alcohol addiction is that you may not be falling over at the bar or seeing your life falling apart at home. But this doesn’t mean functioning alcoholism isn’t causing you and your life significant harm. Functioning alcoholics […]
