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...
For some people, August has been synonymous with Happiness Happens Month. Each year, members of the Society of Happy People gather to celebrate the unique ways to be happy. However, if you’re finding that you’re not as happy as you used to be, you can find...
Individuals who battle addiction and mental illness in tandem may have heard about dual diagnosis. Dual diagnosis treatment centers help people recover from co-occurring disorders. By addressing both conditions during rehab treatment, long-term sobriety and happiness...
Coping with heroin side effects isn’t a task that should be handled alone. Over one million people in the U.S are currently receiving professional treatment for opioid addiction. And while that may sound like a significant number, the opioid crisis still affects...
The toll that a drug and alcohol addiction can take on someone’s life can be extreme. Unfortunately, many people who live with an addiction end up having problems with their job, relationships, and mental health. On top of this, thousands of people lose their lives to...
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...
It’s common knowledge that there can be noticeable effects of long-term addiction. For years, organizations like the National Institute on Drug Abuse have advised the public that drugs and alcohol can increase the risk of developing various physical and mental...
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...
