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Many people know alcohol as a common aspect of recreation or relaxation. Whether we enjoy a glass of wine or a bottle of beer at the end of a long
Understanding how quickly Xanax addiction develops and recognizing the warning signs can help prevent long-term consequences. While Xanax is highly effective in treating short-term anxiety, its calming effects make it
The opioid abuse epidemic has been widespread in its effect on American citizens in recent years, with an estimated 2.1 million people aged twelve and older having a diagnosed opiate
The opiate painkiller tramadol is less potent, and has less potential for abuse, than most drugs in its class. This does not, however, make it completely safe or non-addictive.
Drugs and alcohol can put an enormous strain on your liver. The liver carries out a number of important functions, which have been summarized in a report by the National
Taking tramadol likely served you well for some period of time to relieve acute or moderate to severe chronic pain. Or, you could have been abusing the drug and
“We made direct amends to [every person we had harmed] wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.” –The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, Step 9
First approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1943, hydrocodone was sold as a short-acting opiate for several decades before the long-acting form became more popular. It is
Ativan is a highly addictive prescription medication and is rarely prescribed for longer than two to four weeks. Taking it for longer than a month significantly increases the risk of
Quitting Suboxone may be something you, ideally in concert with your treatment team, decide is the right approach at this time. After all, you likely have been on Suboxone
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW) is right around the corner (January 22-27)— and you won’t want to miss it. Beach House Center for Recovery will be using its
Dilaudid is the brand name for hydromorphone, a powerful opiate pain reliever. The narcotic medication is primarily prescribed for the treatment of moderate to severe pain and works by
As new initiates into the world of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can all confirm, dating in early recovery—particularly the first year—is a widely discouraged practice. Although many
As the largest and longest partial government shutdown in this country grinds on with no imminent end in sight, many government agencies remain shuttered, unable to provide key services to
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that comes from the leaves of the coca plant in South America. The drug is also highly addictive, its signature euphoric high causing
Lortab is a partial opiate pain reliever chemically composed of hydrocodone and acetaminophen— ingredients commonly used to relieve the moderate to severe pain associated with cancer, surgical recovery, or
Alcoholism is a complex addiction that can affect every aspect of an individual’s life, including their employment, family, friends, school, and their involvement in their community. According to the National
Valium, a popular brand name of the benzodiazepine (benzo) diazepam, is a Schedule IV prescription medication used primarily for the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is also used for
“We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to
Percocet is a brand-name opiate commonly prescribed to alleviate moderate to severe pain. Classified as a Schedule 11 narcotic by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the drug demonstrates a high
Excessive alcohol consumption is a universal problem of devastating socioeconomic impact, particularly in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), over seven
Motivational quotes are an excellent tool for those on the long and perilous road to recovery. Unlike longer pieces of literature, they lend themselves to easy memorization and application, activating
Alcoholism is an addiction that not only affects the user’s life, but also their family, friends, and other relationships. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health
Ecstasy (officially known as “MDMA”) is a synthetic, psychoactive drug chemically resembling stimulants and hallucinogens. Ecstasy is popular among adolescents and enjoys a glamorized reputation as a night-life favorite.
The idea of “counseling” or “therapy” terrifies many people. Not only do they dread having to look at aspects of their lives they’d rather deny: they picture themselves being bullied
