Exercise and addiction recovery go hand in hand. Read on to learn about the benefits of exercise in recovery. Early recovery is a challenging but rewarding time. You’re making important lifestyle changes, working on taking good care of yourself, and practicing the...
Drinking alcohol in college is often placed in a positive light through movies and other media. In truth, binge drinking in college has many dangers to the person’s health, their academics and the dangers that come from their unsafe behavior. Based on...
It’s not difficult to see. The opioid crisis and its effect on children has been severe. The opioid crisis has claimed more than 300,000 lives since 2002, and with a potential repeal or deconstruction of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and budget...
Tips on Dealing with Anxiety in Addiction Recovery Before you attempt to withdraw from an addiction, you need to first prepare. You need a plan to deal with the withdrawal symptoms. Not only is it possible to experience pain, cravings, and insomnia,...
According to the CDC, 5% of the American population reports using opiate painkillers recreationally or for self-medication purposes. Addictions to drugs such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, and oxymorphone, kill 45 people each day; overdosing is the usual immediate cause. Yet, even at these epidemic...
Where to Find Help – Naples Substance Abuse Treatment Substance use disorder (SUD) has a negative impact on many people’s lives. The person addicted to drugs and/or alcohol not only causes many problems in their own life, but also in the lives...
An enormous body of research shows that poor mental health is a major trigger for addiction relapse, and engaging in activities to improve mental health in recovery is crucial for long-term success. Mental illness and drug abuse statistics show that around a...
Benzodiazepines are the most-abused class of prescription drugs in the U.S., next to opioid painkillers. These medications, which include drugs like Xanax and Klonopin, are prescribed to treat anxiety and panic disorders. But when they’re abused, they cause serious physical and mental...
Investigating Vivitrol Treatment in Tampa, FL for Alcohol Abuse Going through withdrawal and facing down the cravings, are the hardest parts of quitting an alcohol habit. Withdrawal is adequately addressed through a well-designed detox program; dealing with the cravings, can be harder, however. If you...
Exactly What is the Difference Between SMART Recovery and 12-step Programs? If you’ve been looking for a way to end addiction to a drug, you’ve probably heard of a few different alternatives. Two of those – 12-step programs and SMART recovery programs...
