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…
Xanax is a common tranquilizer drug, usually prescribed in the treatment of anxiety disorders. However, like with many prescription medications, the body may quickly develop a tolerance to it, leading to misuse and addiction. Quitting on one’s own isn’t safe, as it can heighten one’s anxiety and physical discomfort and in certain cases, may even…
The lockdowns and social distancing procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic have made it difficult for people to travel to healthcare facilities such as inpatient rehab centers to cope with their addictions. However, it increased the popularity of online rehab programs and telehealth services that have been proven to be equally effective in addiction treatment. If…