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5 Steps to Enrolling in a Mental Health Hospital Near You
Sometimes, mental health becomes difficult or impossible to manage on one's own. That's not the result of weakness or a character defect—that's just how mental illness works. In fact, the National Institute of Mental Health reports that in 2019, 44% of adult...
Comparing Dilaudid vs Oxycodone: Which Is Better for Pain?
The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that over 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. And sadly, that's where drug addiction starts for many people. Many people, because of their chronic pain, become dependent on their prescribed pain medication,...
Starting Recovery Before the Holidays: Spreading Wellness
It’s common for people to have complicated feelings around this time of year—holiday events are a joyful and stressful time for everyone. For those struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues, the holidays can often be full of emotional triggers, which...
Legal Highs: The Dangers of Research Chemicals
In today’s interconnected world, where it is possible to purchase practically anything with the click of a button, the internet is full of all manner of synthetic chemicals that can get someone high. Unfortunately, the law is unable to keep up with the fluid nature...
How to Recognize Drug-Induced Psychosis
Drug use is on the rise in the United States, especially in Florida. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported nearly 5,300 drug overdoses in the state of Florida, the second-highest in the U.S. It’s not just drug overdoses that are on...
What Is the Most Addictive Drug?
Drug use is a serious problem in America. Each year, millions of people suffer from a substance use disorder, and tens of thousands will lose their lives as a result. A study conducted by the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS) found that 31.9 million...
Prescription Painkiller Abuse: Signs of Tramadol Addiction
Tramadol—also known by the brand name Ultram or Conzip—is a painkiller prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate chronic pain. Because it has a less intense effect than traditional painkillers, tramadol has developed a reputation as a less addictive choice...
Signs of Meth Use: 5 Steps to Spotting Meth Addiction
For people on meth, the signs of meth use can vary wildly from person to person. This is because addiction is a highly personal disease. How it develops depends largely on the individual, their mental health, and genetic factors. And unfortunately, this variety can...
The Dangers of Alcohol Withdrawal: Alcohol Seizures
Alcohol is the most commonly used intoxicant in America. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 85 percent of adults reported having drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime, and 69 percent reported that they drank within the past year. For...
What Are Alcohol Shakes? The Process of Alcohol Withdrawal
When a person struggling with chronic or long-term alcohol abuse quits drinking, they often experience alcohol tremors—uncontrollable shaking, usually in the hands. These alcohol tremors are also known as alcohol shakes. And a problem in the area of the brain that...
