by Keenen Diamond | Oct 16, 2020 | Addiction Treatment, Drug Abuse, Health and Wellness, Opioid Addiction
Dealing with heroin addiction is challenging and worrisome. You may wonder what the physical signs of heroin abuse are so you can be aware of them. Knowing what to expect can be helpful, especially if you suspect a loved one may be using heroin. Or, if you are using...
by Keenen Diamond | Oct 14, 2020 | Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Opiate Addiction Treatment Center, Substance Abuse
Doctors prescribe people many different types of painkillers based on their needs. While they have been a great help to many suffering in pain, they have also led to problems. For example, you may have heard about opiate abuse, overdose, and other issues. You may have...
by Keenen Diamond | Oct 12, 2020 | Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Health and Wellness, Relapse and Recovery
People have many reasons for self-medicating. Some people turn to drugs as a form of self-medicating because of untreated mental health issues, unresolved trauma, extreme stressors in their life, and more. But whatever the reasons for using substances to subdue the...
by Keenen Diamond | Oct 10, 2020 | Drug Abuse, Cocaine, Dual Diagnosis, Substance Abuse
When dealing with cocaine addiction, many people fear going through detox. They may have concerns about what to expect during the cocaine withdrawal process. It’s common to feel a hesitancy based on fear and anxiety. However, by putting off what you need to do to deal...
by Keenen Diamond | Oct 2, 2020 | Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment Center, Substance Abuse
If you are using benzodiazepines (benzos), you may have wondered whether you can experience a benzo overdose. This medication is sometimes overlooked as a potential danger. Some people may think that because a doctor prescribes benzodiazepines that they can’t overdose...