Signs of Opioid Use
What are the Signs of Opioid Use? Opioids are a group of drugs derived naturally from the poppy plant, or are man-made in a laboratory, also known as synthetic opioids. Opioids are generally prescribed to individuals suffering from chronic pain, whether from surgery, a major injury or other health issues. Legally prescribed opioids include morphine, […]
What are the Withdrawal Symptoms from Vicodin?
What are the Withdrawal Symptoms from Vicodin? Withdrawal can occur after the discontinuation of any drug. There are many stages of withdrawal symptoms as your body works to adjust. Depending on the length and severity of the addiction, these symptoms can range from mild to debilitating. Opioid withdrawal can be particularly difficult. If you are […]
October 26th is DEA National Take Back Day
October 26th is DEA National Take Back Day On October 26th, DEA National Take Back Day will once again address a crucial public safety issue. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.9 million Americans misuse controlled prescription drugs – and that study indicates that most of these prescription drugs were either […]
Preparing for the Holidays While in Recovery
Preparing for the Holidays While in Recovery The holiday season is quickly approaching – and despite being billed the most wonderful time of year, it can also be the most stressful. That is why preparing for the holidays while in recovery is extremely important. Harvard Medical School cites main sources of holiday stress as “financial […]
DEA National Take Back Day is October 26
What is DEA National Take Back Day? According to the official DEA National Take Back Day website, The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.9 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that […]
Do I Have an Oxycodone Addiction?
Do I Have an Oxycodone Addiction? According to Healthline, Oxycodone is used to treat moderate to severe pain. It can be used short term or long term, depending on your condition. It is an opioid oral tablet and is better known by its other generic brand names, including Oxaydo, Roxicodone, Roxybond, and OxyContin. It is […]
What Does Xanax Do?
Xanax is a benzodiazepine drug used to treat anxiety and panic disorders by increasing the amount of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain, resulting in a feeling of calmness and relaxation. It can be highly addictive and often abused, with signs of addiction including drug-seeking behavior, taking more than the prescribed dose, taking Xanax at […]
Is Xanax an Opioid?
Xanax is a benzodiazepine medication, not an opioid, that acts as a central nervous system depressant. Benzodiazepines produce sedation, relieve anxiety, induce sleep and prevent seizures. Both benzodiazepines and opioids are highly addictive, and misuse can easily occur. Withdrawal from Xanax can have serious symptoms, and medical detox is often necessary for a safe recovery. […]
Most Commonly Abused Drugs
Addiction can take various forms, including but not limited to drugs, gambling, shopping, sex and video games. All of them can lead to deteriorating health, overdose and death. Understanding the negative effects of commonly abused drugs is crucial. Alcohol affects so many things such as coordination, speech and can even lead to heart issues, high […]
Fentanyl, How Bad Is It?
How Bad Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is an extremely dangerous synthetic opioid. Unlike some other opioids that occur naturally, it is man-made for the purpose of helping aid people suffering from extreme pain. It can be administered for recovery after surgery, during cancer treatments or for recovery after a painful injury. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) […]