Archive: Addiction Treatment Types, Alcohol, Detox, Drug Addiction, FAQ, Recovery
Can I Have A Paleo Diet While In Drug Rehab?
July 24th, 2015The paleo diet is one in a long line of fad diets that have captured the imagination of the country. Its supporters are posting wild lists of benefits across the internet that seem almost too good to be true. Is such a severe diet a good idea for you during the delicate and difficult drug […]
The Cost Of Rehab Vs. The Cost Of Addiction
July 15th, 2015Job Troubles Substance users are known for calling in sick frequently, and for under-performing at their job, all of which can lead to missing important opportunities such as promotions and raises. On top of a loss of income and recognition, a person may become more frustrated with themselves and using more drugs or alcohol, digging […]
Hold Your Breath: New Drug Test Offers Alternative To Traditional Testing Methods
July 13th, 2015Benefits Of Breath Drug Testing Traditionally, drug tests have been carried out using urine, saliva and blood samples. However, these kinds of tests have been regarded as inconvenient and a violation of privacy. Exhaled breath, on the other hand, seems to be a promising alternative – as it’s easier to collect, non-invasive, less prone to […]
New Club Drug: Poppers
July 10th, 2015The term “poppers” refers to a group of drugs related to the chemical class alkyl nitrite. Its traditional form as a recreational substance is amyl nitrite, although recently a number of other variations have burst onto the scene, such as isobutyl nitrite and isopropyl nitrite. Since its discovery in 1844, amyl nitrite has been known […]
Treating Opiate Addiction During Pregnancy
July 9th, 2015Pregnancy can be an empowering experience. Facing an opiate addiction while pregnant changes the dynamic, bringing an entirely new level of urgency to the need to stop the addiction. Unfortunately, an opiate addiction rarely ends cold turkey and the risk to mother and the pregnancy are significant. Finding the right treatment facility to meet your […]
Clonidine Found To Improve Buprenorphine Treatment For Opiate Addiction
July 2nd, 2015Some commonly abused opiate drugs include opium, heroin, OxyContin, morphine, fentanyl, and codeine. The severity of withdrawal symptoms a person experiences during initial detox vary but can include strong cravings, flu-like symptoms including nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramping, headache, shakiness, bone pain, chills, runny nose, excessive sweating, anxiety, insomnia, and muscle tension and cramping. The […]
What Rehab Should I Go To In The LGBT Community?
June 29th, 2015Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) individuals face a number of challenges that heterosexual individuals often never have experienced. These range from the pressure of coming out to one’s family and closest friends, to any form of everyday discrimination at the hands of strangers or the media. Confronted as they are with these daily stigmas […]
Can I Get In Legal Trouble For Admitting Drug Use In Rehab?
June 25th, 2015The Short Answer Is “No” It varies from situation to situation, but in the vast majority of cases, simply admitting illegal drug use to your treatment professional will not land you in jail. This is true whether you’re owning up to past drug use as a condition of entering rehab, or revealing a current relapse […]
The Difference Between Vivitrol And Suboxone
June 23rd, 2015Overcoming heroin or other opioid addiction can be a challenging process for the strongest of individuals. Addiction to these substances often requires traditional therapy as well as a pharmacological intervention, which is the use of medications designed to reduce cravings and either partially or fully block the effects of opioid drugs, thereby reducing the motivation […]
Opiate Withdrawal – Uncomfortable To Downright Painful Infographic
June 22nd, 2015Learn more about opiate withdrawal and the uncomfortable to downright painful side effects illustrated with a visually stunning infographic that is easy to read and has a PDF version for you to download. Opiate Withdrawal Infographic: Download PDF To learn more about Opiate Withdrawal click here.
Legality of State vs Federal Marijuana Laws
June 19th, 2015The struggle between federal legal authority and state law as it pertains to the legality of marijuana is lessening. It is still illegal to use or possess marijuana according to federal law, which regulates marijuana as a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance. More recently, leniencies have emerged allowing states to decriminalize use of marijuana as long […]
Can You Lose Your Job When You Go To Rehab?
June 18th, 2015The Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA) According to the United States Department of Labor, FMLA “Entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons with continuation of group health insurance coverage under the same terms and conditions as if the employee had not taken leave.” Under […]
