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Do I Need Fentanyl Detox?
Fentanyl is classified by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration as a Schedule II substance, meaning it has “a high potential for abuse, with use potentially leading to severe psychological or physical dependence.” The drug is an incredibly potent, doctor-prescribed opiate painkiller that, when used as intended, is primarily for the relief of severe, end-of-life pain…
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Signs of Fentanyl Abuse
Fentanyl is an extremely potent, synthetic opiate analgesic widely considered to be one of the deadliest, most unpredictable drugs on the market. Its short duration “punch” was originally designed to help people manage pain as part of post-operative care, especially breakthrough pain— the pain that periodically surfaces in patients already using another opiate. Although the…
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Do I Need Detox for Suboxone?
Suboxone (buprenorphine) has been a life-saving medication for many people addicted to opiate prescription drugs, as well as illicit opiates such as heroin and synthetic opiates including fentanyl. Yet, in spite of its effectiveness in helping addicts overcome opiate addiction, Suboxone is a highly addictive opiate that can produce significant dependence on its own when…
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Do I Need Cocaine Rehab?
The fact that you’re asking this question suggests you may already be experiencing negative life consequences from using cocaine. These problems may have convinced you that you need to get clean, but have left you wondering whether you can do it on your own or need rehab— in which case, you may also be wondering…
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Do I Need Marijuana Rehab?
If you can’t get through the day without lighting up, inhaling from a bong, pipe, water pipe, dabbing or other forms of marijuana use, and are experiencing difficulties at home, work or school as a result, you more than likely have a problem that needs addressing with marijuana rehab. Read on for a more detailed…
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Do I Need Crystal Meth Rehab?
Methamphetamine addiction and dependence on crystal meth may not be as headline-grabbing today as it was a few years ago, overshadowed by the deadly opiate epidemic that continues to rage. Yet, meth use is increasing worldwide, and, in some areas of America, crystal meth addiction is rampant. According to the 2017 National Survey on Drug…
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Do I Need Xanax Rehab?
The short-acting benzodiazepine Xanax (generic name alprazolam) has been prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders since 1981. While many find it helpful for short-term relief, it is highly addictive and should be used with extreme care. If you’ve been taking it and start to notice disturbing symptoms, you may need Xanax rehab. BASICS OF XANAX/BENZO…
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Do I Need a Heroin Rehab?
Heroin is a dangerous, unpredictable opiate that continues to claim lives and wreck families despite its illicit, Schedule 1 status. The black-market drug, once sold almost exclusively in inner cities and other crime-ridden urban areas, is now ubiquitous, appearing even on college campuses. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…
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How to Plan a Family Intervention in 10 Simple Steps
Families desperate to find help for a loved one with a drug or alcohol addiction who refuses treatment may turn to an intervention as a last resort. The truth is that a well-planned and executed intervention can help bring about much-needed change. It is the first step in the recovery process. What Is an Intervention?…
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Dangers of Long-Term Suboxone Treatment
Treatment of opiate addiction, or “opioid use disorder” (OUD), is a complex and comprehensive process that involves assessment, diagnosis, medication, psychosocial support, planning a treatment program, monitoring and numerous other social services. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved three medications for the treatment of opioid use disorder: methadone, naltrexone and buprenorphine. The three…
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Should You Tell Your Employer You Are Going to Rehab?
You’ve decided to seek treatment for your substance abuse problem. No doubt, you made this decision in part after watching your addiction taint the most important areas of your life, including your job. You are no longer performing at your best, and you want to make a change. Now comes a big question: Do you…
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Dangers of Alcohol Detox at Home
Before attempting alcohol detox, there are some life-saving facts that you need to know— including why medically supervised withdrawal is an imperative for chronic heavy drinkers. Put on your alcohol recovery life jacket here: “Alcohol detox” refers to the process of quitting drinking after heavy or prolonged alcohol consumption. This withdrawal process is characterized by…
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Drug Use in College: How It’s Influenced by Peer Pressure
Starting higher education is stressful for both the new student and the family left at home. Parents, especially, worry about the influences their child might encounter. All those horror stories about binge drinking in college and late-night drug parties. And what about prescription drug abuse in college students? While many people consider it a seniors’…
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How Introverts Can Benefit from Inpatient Drug or Alcohol Programs
Although they may make up half the general population (official estimates range from 26 to 50 percent), introverts often feel like a second-class minority. The American ideal is the gregarious, standout extrovert who can talk to anyone, who has a boundless supply of energy and the ability to manage multiple tasks. People whose brains aren’t…
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