3 SIGNS PARENTS SHOULD LOOK OUT FOR TO PREVENT OPIOID PRESCRIPTION ABUSE
Addiction is something that affects the whole family although prescription opioid abuse can sometimes be prevented, if the right steps are taken when the problem first comes to light. Knowing the signs of addictive behavior is the best way for parents to educate themselves so that they are able to seek help for their loved […]
HOW PEDIATRICIANS CAN HELP TREAT ADOLESCENT OPIOID ADDICTION
The number of overdose deaths among adolescents abusing opioids has been consistently rising in recent years. This has thrown pediatric specialists into medicating for substances more usually abused by older people and has required a dramatic rethink of how to deliver treatment specifically to adolescents. Although in general, an inpatient treatment program would be recommended […]
5 SIGNS YOU ARE ADDICTED TO OXYCODONE
Oxycodone is a highly-addictive analgesic or pain reliever that is sold in a wide range of prescription drugs such as Roxicodone, Percocet and others. These drugs vary in strength and formula and also include controlled-release and extended-release versions that are classified by the DEA as Schedule II drugs under the Controlled Substance Act or CSA. […]
THE EFFECTS OF STRESS IN ADDICTION RECOVERY
One of the most important aspects of addiction recovery is keeping stress levels as low as possible. That’s because stress is one of the biggest factors causing drug or alcohol abuse in the first place. Stress during recovery could easily be detrimental to your progress by causing a relapse. There is scientific research to back […]
HOW TO LIVE WITH A HEROIN ADDICT WITHOUT ENABLING THEIR ADDICTION
When you are in a relationship of any sort, be it with family, friends, or a romantic partner, it’s the most natural instinct in the world to want to help them when they need you. When this person is an addict this can represent additional problems for you as you try to ensure you support […]
The Main Dangers of Barbiturate Abuse
When barbiturates are taken for medical reasons, it is to help people sleep. However, there are serious dangers connected to prolonged barbiturate use that have been recognized for a long time. One of the biggest dangers is when the dose is increased to achieve a desirable effect after some tolerance to the drug has been […]
SURVIVORS OF OPIOID OVERDOSE SHOULD LOOK OUT FOR THESE INJURIES
There has been an alarming rise in the number of both fatal and non-fatal opioid overdoses in the US, with more people being left to deal with the long terms effects of opioid abuse. If you have ever been hospitalized for opioid abuse, there’s a chance you may go on to develop symptoms of long […]
FENTANYL RIVALS HEROIN AS MOST DANGEROUS OPIOID
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is most often associated as being an anesthetic drug for surgery with up to 100 times more potency than morphine. However, in recent years the drug has taken over for heroin as the deadliest drug on our streets, causing several hundred – if not thousands – of deaths along […]
DOES LEGAL MARIJUANA LOWER OPIOID ABUSE?
According to news reports, states permitting sales of legal marijuana are noticing a decline in opioid abuse, confirming the commonly-held belief that the drug’s legalization is having a positive impact. The research goes some way to silencing the concerns of critics of medical marijuana programs that easy and open access to the plant will have […]
How to Help Your Addicted Loved One
Drug and alcohol addiction is a serious medical condition that can destroy the life of your loved one. Watching them waste away, go through withdrawals, harm themselves and others, and generally give up on life outside of their addiction is a horrible experience for anybody to go through. Here are a few tips to help […]
WHY SLEEP IS IMPORTANT DURING ADDICTION TREATMENT
When you are in the process of rehabilitating from drug or alcohol addiction, your sleep patterns may change, making it difficult to adapt to your new lifestyle. Sleep is crucial for your physical health and wellbeing and even having one night of restlessness can impair your judgement, making it hard to focus and participate in […]
HOW TO STAY SOBER WHILE TRAVELING THIS SUMMER
Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, it can be challenging to maintain your sobriety, particularly as you are away from your usual support network. You also step outside of your daily routines to enjoy new experiences surrounded by others who will more than likely want to enjoy a drink while they’re out of town. […]