Methamphetamine withdrawal symptoms usually aren’t life-threatening, which gives some people the impression it’s safe to detox at home. Despite the low risk of fatal side effects in comparison to the withdrawal of other substances, this doesn’t mean...
In speaking about addiction, a common refrain is to ask for help. But where? And what do you ask for, exactly? Getting sober doesn’t come with an instruction manual, so it can be hard to know what you’re supposed to do to get better. So to help you make...
How long is drug rehab? What can I bring to an addiction treatment center? How do I pay for rehab? If you’re considering starting addiction treatment, you probably have a lot of questions. And to help you make the right choice for yourself, we’re sharing...
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...
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...
Nobody starts drinking or using drugs with the intention of becoming addicted. But over time, individuals often find themselves drinking at every opportunity or using increasingly high dosages of drugs to chase a high. When this inevitably leads to trouble, many...
In 2020, fentanyl was found to be a cause of death in 91% of fatal overdoses in Florida. This is partially due to the fact that fentanyl is a dangerously potent opioid as well as it being routinely laced into other drugs without buyers knowing. Given the rise in...
As we continue to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, there’s a growing trend of shaming people for leaving their homes. And while you should stay safe by social distancing and staying home when possible, sometimes you need vital resources that you can’t...
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...
