As the drug epidemic continues to rise, more and more people are in urgent need of an opioid treatment program in Florida. However, it can be challenging to recognize the signs of an opioid addiction and even more difficult to seek out help for one. If you are one of...
The end of May marks the end of mental health awareness month, but there’s always more work to be done when it comes to preventing suicide. Currently, suicide is one of the leading causes of death for people of all genders and ages in the United States. But this...
Over half of the adults in the United States have consumed an alcoholic beverage in the past month. For some, this can be a source of pain and struggle. They might drink more than they want to or have a difficult time understanding how to stop drinking once they...
Each year, millions of Americans struggle with chronic drug abuse. Not only is this harmful to an individual’s physical and mental health, but it can lead to social, occupational, and financial problems as well. Fortunately, chronic drug abuse is highly treatable at...
Finding effective addiction treatment is the first phase toward long-lasting recovery. But sorting through all the different types of addiction treatment programs can feel like a daunting task that leaves you with more questions than answers: How are they different?...
Gabapentin, also available under the brand name Neurontin, is a commonly prescribed anticonvulsant medication. But despite its medical uses, this medication has quickly become a commonly abused recreational drug. Further, combining gabapentin and alcohol can have...
Drug addiction is an increasingly important issue for many Floridians. In fact, a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that from March 2020 to March 2021, Florida reported 7,700 drug overdose deaths, a 30% increase from the year...
