Shatter Weed : Dangers and Side Effects
Blog, News, Substance AbuseMost recreational weed users have probably never heard of marijuana extracts or shatter weed. But for marijuana enthusiasts, extracts, especially shatter, are some of the most popular and fastest-growing forms of cannabis on the market. Put simply, a marijuana extract is a hyper-concentrated form of the drug. Extracts are formed by separating the marijuana plant’s essential oils from the plant using heat, pressure and/or chemical solvents.
Xanax Bars Addiction and Dependency
Blog, Rehab, Substance AbuseXANAX is the brand name for the drug Alprazolam, a drug belonging to the class of medications called benzodiazepines or “benzos”. Xanax itself has a host of nicknames of its own, such as, “zanie-bars”, “z-bars”, “Bars”, “planks” and “bricks” to name a few. Typically prescribed as an anti-anxiety medication, Xanax is the most widely prescribed of all benzodiazepines as a method to alleviate anxiety and treat panic disorders.
What to Expect from Residential Treatment Facilities
Blog, Residential, Substance AbuseWhen you are ready to enter recovery, you will learn there are two types of addiction treatment programs. Outpatient and residential refer to different levels of care for treating substance use disorder.
An outpatient program is one where…
How Long is Rehab for Alcohol Use Disorder?
Alcohol Addiction, Blog, RehabEven when it becomes crystal clear that your drinking has reached a dangerous level, going to rehab seems unthinkable. It is easy to come up with excuses to avoid getting treatment and changing your life.
One of the most common concerns…
What is Opiate Withdrawal Insomnia?
Blog, Opiate AddictionThe opiate withdrawal process is the first big step you take toward reclaiming your life in recovery. Going through the detox and withdrawal process, though, is not pleasant. When sleep eludes you, on top of the withdrawal symptoms, it can be…
How To Send a Family Member to Rehab
Blog, Family, Rehab, Substance AbuseAnyone who has a family member suffering from addiction knows how heartbreaking it is to witness. Often, any attempts you make to share your concerns with the loved one are met with denial or anger. It is a difficult and sensitive topic to broach,…
Inpatient Addiction Counseling
Addiction, Blog, RehabSubstance use disorder is a complex and mysterious condition in which multiple factors are at play. To untangle the behavior patterns that fed into an entrenched addiction cycle, addiction counseling is required.
What is Addiction Counseling?
Addiction…
How Long Does Suboxone Block Opiates?
Blog, Detox, Opiate AddictionWhen you are ready to begin to receive treatment for an opiate use disorder, your first step is to complete a medical detox. Suboxone is a drug that is often prescribed to help reduce withdrawal symptoms and manage intense drug cravings. But…
What to Expect When Tapering Off Alcohol
Alcohol Addiction, Blog, Detox, Substance AbuseEven when alcohol manages to gain a grip over every single part of your life, it can still be hard to embrace the idea of going sober. There are many reasons why a person hesitates to get sober and healthy, and one of the biggies is the dread…
Tired of Thinking About Drinking
Blog, News, Substance AbuseMaybe you are trying to cut back on your drinking, but all you do is dwell on thoughts of alcohol. Or, you might be in addiction recovery and find yourself obsessing about drinking. If you are tired of thinking about drinking, this blog is for…
Panic Attacks and Extreme Anxiety After Quitting Drinking Alcohol
Blog, Rehab, Substance AbuseAnxiety After Quitting Drinking
When you entered recovery, you may not have been prepared for some of the discomforts that can occur in sobriety. One of these is anxiety, and it can catch you off guard. If you are asking, “Why do I get extreme…
How is CBT Used to Treat Alcoholism
Blog, Mental Health, News, Substance Abuse, Treatments & TherapiesThe effective treatment of alcohol use disorder depends on a multi-pronged approach. Of all the various treatment elements, the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the very cornerstone of addiction treatment.
CBT is an evidence-based…