Importance of Addiction Treatment for Women
Men and women face issues with addiction and alcoholism that are unique to them. For women specifically, it can be even more challenging if the trauma that led to their…
5 Signs of Marijuana Addiction
Despite the myths that marijuana is harmless, research shows that approximately 30% of people who abuse marijuana will become addicted. As recreational marijuana use becomes more commonplace and legalization in…
Do I Need Inpatient Treatment?
Inpatient treatment can give those struggling with and recovering from addiction a safe and structured environment to detox and get treatment with a higher chance of avoiding relapse. Residential treatment…
Recognizing the Signs of Relapse
A big part of addiction recovery is making sure you don't relapse. If you're reading this and you're worried about it, you could already be at risk. But, with the…
5 Signs of Meth Use
The physical signs of meth use are generally very easy to identify as compared with those of other substance use. Meth use can also intensify or bring on a mental…
5 Reasons to Get an Intervention Specialist
Approaching someone with an addiction is hard. You mean well, but the person struggling with an addiction may not see it that way. Plus, what do you say? Unless you’re…
Alcoholism and Childhood Trauma
Unhealed childhood trauma makes it difficult to cope when people experience emotions that are similar to the emotions experienced during the trauma. Being unable to confront and heal from a…
Signs of Opioid Overdose
An overdose isn’t always caused by illegal drug use. It can also occur with doctor-prescribed medications. Sometimes an overdose is accidental, and sometimes it’s on purpose. Regardless of how someone…
Intervention for an Alcoholic
If you are wondering if you can intervene and help a loved one struggling with alcoholism, you can. An intervention can be the motivation that someone needs to finally get…
Common Suboxone Side Effects
If you or a loved one is trying to overcome opioid dependence, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can be a very effective treatment option. If you are experiencing treatment-resistant opioid use disorder…