How Long Does Rehab Usually Last?
The length of rehab depends on many factors. A lot of people try to beat their addiction on their own, but rehab tends to be more effective. A holistic approach…
The Side Effects of Benzos
Doctors tend to prescribe benzodiazepines, or benzos, for use by patients that struggle with anxiety and traumatic stress. Benzos don't generate a high, but rather a feeling of relief, relaxation,…
Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey
Quitting cold turkey might sound easy, but it's not. The idea is that someone struggling with substance use disorder can successfully reach sobriety by strictly stopping their use of the…
How Depression Impacts Addiction
The link between addiction and depression is strong. Substance abuse is all too prevalent among those who are also dealing with a mental health disorder. One doesn’t necessarily lead to…
The Medical Risks of Self-Medicating
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), self-medication is defined as "the selection and use of medicines by individuals (or a member of the individuals' family) to treat self-recognized or self-diagnosed…
Addressing Chronic Relapse
Recovering from addiction comes with a number of challenges. Anything can be a trigger that leads to relapse. Learning how to avoid those triggers and maintain your sobriety is something…
Stages of Opioid Withdrawal
Most people don't set out to become addicted to opioids. It starts innocently and with good intention, with a prescription from a doctor. While not everyone who takes prescription drugs…
Dangers of Mixing Cocaine and Alcohol
There is a myriad of reasons that people mix drugs and alcohol, and every combination is dangerous. The cocaine and alcohol mix is one of the most common. It's called…
Understanding Drug Legalization
Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is legal for adults aged 21 and older in 37 states, but it is still an illegal substance according to federal law. The legalization of…
Recognizing Alcoholism in the Workplace
The workplace is not exempt from alcohol addiction. Going out with coworkers for a couple of drinks or throwing a few back at the company holiday party are not uncommon…