What Is Polysubstance Abuse?
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction to more than one substance at the same time, like using alcohol and cocaine, they are likely facing polysubstance abuse. There are many reasons why a person may turn to drugs and alcohol, but no matter how dark the world seems right now, there is […]
3 Signs Your Loved One Is a Heroin Addict
Heroin addiction is a monster. This extremely dangerous and chronic condition causes people to abandon their hopes, dreams, families, and futures. Heroin use causes health, relationship, and socio-economic problems in many communities worldwide. Heroin use changes the way the brain functions and causes people to feel dependent on its effects. To help a loved one […]
Am I Addicted to Marijuana?
Marijuana has been one of the most popular recreational drugs for decades. Today, it continues to be used by millions of people across the country. In fact, marijuana is now legal for recreational and medicinal purposes in many states, including Oregon and Colorado. However, marijuana is addictive, and getting clean might mean getting help at […]
What is dual diagnosis Treatment
Statistics show that nearly half of all individuals diagnosed with a substance use disorder also suffer from a mental health issue. This is known as a dual diagnosis. Individuals battling on two fronts will require a personalized dual diagnosis treatment plan capable of addressing both disorders. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or another […]
Common Signs of Heroin Use
It is no secret that our nation is facing an extremely alarming opioid epidemic. It is televised nationally and accounts for 150 people falling victim to opioid-related overdose per day, or 70% of all the deaths recorded in 2019. The CDC has taken a call to arms by collaborating with public health officials by providing […]
