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.
Addiction: Underlying Causes and Conditions
Blog, News, Substance AbuseAddiction is a complex mental health disorder that doesn’t fit neatly into any one box. On the one hand, addiction can be characterized as a disease of the brain. Yet it could also be seen as a social problem: people are more likely to become…
What is Aftercare in Recovery?
Blog, News, Rehab, Substance Abuse, Treatments & TherapiesRecovering from a substance use disorder takes time, dedication, and vigilance. Often, the tools provided by a residential treatment center simply aren’t enough to produce long-term sobriety: they must be accompanied by long-term addiction…
The Importance of Aftercare in Recovery
Blog, News, Rehab, Substance AbuseTo free ourselves from alcohol or drug addiction, we must first recognize how alcohol or drugs have plagued our life. Once we accept the problems and why we desire to change, we will be ready to begin our recovery journey. Those who are ready…
Why Treating Trauma and Addiction Simultaneously is Important
Blog, Mental Health, News, Substance AbuseThere is a known connection between trauma and addiction. A vast body of research shows a clear link between experiencing (or witnessing) a traumatic event and substance use disorders.
Recent data provided by the National Survey on Drug Use…
How to Deal with the Guilt in Addiction Recovery
Mental Health, News, Treatments & TherapiesGuilt, shame, and remorse are common experiences for people new to recovery. Life in active addiction can be fraught with poor choices, neglected responsibilities, and decisions that you would never make with a clear mind. These past decisions…
Dealing with Anxiety in Addiction Recovery
Blog, Mental Health, News, Substance AbuseAnxiety and addiction are two of the most common mental health concerns in the United States today. Current estimates suggest that 7.8% of the adult population struggles with a substance use disorder each year, and 19.1% experience an anxiety…
Self-Care Tips While in Addiction Recovery
Blog, Mental Health, News, Rehab, Substance Abuse, Treatments & TherapiesAddiction and substance misuse can quickly take over your life, but you are not alone in this struggle. Millions of people across the United States struggle with this issue, and it has a way of taking away everything you once knew about yourself…
Can I Use Meditation for Addiction Recovery?
Blog, Mental Health, News, RehabHave you ever wondered if meditation could help addiction recovery? If so, you’re not alone. Countless people have turned to meditation as a way to overcome addiction and achieve lasting sobriety.
At Annandale Behavioral Health, we believe…
What Is A 5150 Hold
Blog, Mental Health, NewsThere are many times a person may struggle with mental health due to challenges in daily life. In some situations, those intense moments lead to very difficult outcomes. A person may be at risk to themselves or others. That is when someone needs to be able to take action to help them. A 5150 hold California law makes that possible.
How To Treat Anxiety
Blog, Mental Health, News, RehabAnxiety is a normal emotion and a healthy reaction to stress. While fleeting anxiety is unavoidable for the vast majority of humans, an individual that experiences symptoms of anxiety that interfere with his or her ability to function in his…