Portland, Oregon is Oregon State’s most populous city, running along the interstate-5 corridor. This highway makes it easier for drug traffickers to distribute drugs in and around Portland. While many people in Portland may think that substance abuse mostly affects the homeless population, use of meth and heroin is widespread. Especially in the colder months,…
The residential drug rehab you chose for inpatient treatment will play a pivotal role in your recovery and sobriety. Therefore, it is important to select a center that is well equipped to treat your specific recovery needs. A luxury residential rehab with an individual focus is the best place to receive inpatient treatment and begin…
Drug use is progressive. First-time users may not exhibit any symptoms. But regular users will show signs that their loved ones may or may not notice. For drugs like fentanyl, their small size makes it very convenient for users to conceal them. Fentanyl use among teens is on the rise. As parents, we may need…
Do you have a loved one you fear is falling under the tides of opioid addiction? There is an opioid crisis from coast to coast that’s so severe that over 70% of overdose deaths are because of it. And recently, the largest increase of synthetic opioid-related deaths has occurred on the West Coast. Because of…
For people with a substance use disorder, there are numerous obstacles in the path to treatment. For some, going to a residential treatment program might not be the most effective route to recovery. Yet, they may not be sure they can stop using substances on their own. That’s where the use of a medication-assisted treatment…
You’re a concerned parent who’s worried about your son or daughter. If you suspect substance abuse, you want to know how to tell if your child is using drugs. Learn what to look out for so that your child can get the necessary treatment that can put them on the right track. How to Tell…
You’re a concerned parent who’s worried about your son or daughter. If you suspect substance abuse, you want to know how to tell if your child is using drugs. Learn what to look out for so that your child can get the necessary treatment that can put them on the right track. How to Tell…
When deciding to get help for drug and alcohol addiction or seeking out treatment for mental health disorders, it’s key to know what type of program is right for your situation. For example, a women’s rehab program provides a very focused, high level of care in a safe, comfortable environment. At United Recovery California, our…
What happens to us as children often shapes our personalities as adults. When those influences are negative, they can have outsized impacts on our actions, including turning to substance abuse. Researchers have long been curious about the links between childhood trauma and addiction. It does seem that many individuals who survived chaos during their childhood…
Teenagers are notorious for always being on their phones, tablets, or other devices. Talking with friends, posting on social media, and playing games can take up a large chunk of their time. But could this habit be hurting them? For some teens, anxiety and social media go hand-in-hand. For others, compulsive use of their…