First Responders and Addiction Struggles: Why So Common?
First Responders and Addiction Struggles: Why So Common? The Blackberry Center Behavioral Hospital Troy Borges 👍Emergency responders are there for us when we need them the most. From car accidents to fires to medical emergencies, they play a pivotal role in ensuring safety. Their...
Panic Attack vs. Anxiety Attack: What’s the Difference?
Many people struggle to differentiate the symptoms of a panic attack vs. anxiety attack. For some, the symptoms are so close that they aren’t sure what they are experiencing.
Here, we’re going to outline...
What Does It Mean to Be a Heroin Addict and a Veteran?
If you are addicted to heroin, it may be hard to see yourself beyond the label of a heroin addict. However, you are more than your addiction. You’re also a veteran, a loved one, and...
Faith Based Addiction Recovery 101
Faith Based Addiction Recovery 101 The Blackberry Center Behavioral Hospital Troy Borges 👍Testimonies and research continue to show the power of faith based addiction recovery. Perhaps the most famous example is Alcoholics Anonymous’ 12-step program. It integrates...
Are You a Functioning Addict? Signs of Addiction
Often when thinking of addiction, you might picture all of the ways that this condition can debilitate people: losing one’s job, being unable to form healthy relationships, struggling with mental health, becoming isolated,...
Finding the Best Partial Hospitalization Program Near Me
You might be wondering: how do I find the best partial hospitalization program near me? When you require outpatient treatment, you may face a lot of nerves and questions—especially when considering partial hospitalization....
What Does Fentanyl Look Like? How Veterans Can Protect Themselves
Fentanyl abuse is a crisis affecting people across the country. And according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, this issue is only getting worse as more and more individuals die from fentanyl overdoses and other health complications due to synthetic opioids. Part of the problem is that for a lot of people, they don’t even realize they’re engaging in fentanyl abuse, since fentanyl is added to drugs without the buyer’s knowledge in an attempt for dealers to turn a larger profit.
And unfortunately, veterans are at increased risk of fentanyl abuse since they are predisposed to addiction. So many veterans are asking themselves: What does fentanyl look like? And...
Laced Drugs: Dangers of Fentanyl in Las Vegas
Taking drugs always comes with possible and serious consequences. But what many people don’t know is that laced drugs introduce an increased danger to...
Prozac and Alcohol Is a Bad Mix for Veterans with Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States,...
Hydro Drug Abuse: Signs, Side Effects, and Addiction Treatment
Hydrocodone, also known as “hydro” and other street names, is a highly addictive, habit forming drug that can be life-threatening to users.
Let’s get right into the signs and symptoms of hydro drug abuse, its...
Sober Living Activities to Help You Avoid Relapse
Getting sober isn’t easy by any stretch, but it’s certainly simpler than long-term sober living. While drug and alcohol treatment can lay the groundwork for your addiction recovery, lifelong sobriety is a choice...
How Anxiety Rehab Can Help You Regain Control
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Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health conditions experienced by adults in the...
Does Alcohol Help Anxiety? The Risks of Using Alcohol to Cope
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If you’re asking, “Does alcohol help...
4 Must-Have Books on Addiction and Recovery
4 Must-Have Books on Addiction and Recovery The Blackberry...
Rehab for Mental Health: 5 Signs to Get Help
Millions of people across the globe live with some...
Is Veteran Outpatient Treatment Right for You?
Making the decision to seek help for substance use...
Surviving Heroin Withdrawals with Medical Detox
This is a personal account from Carissa Sawyer, a woman in recovery from heroin addiction. This story details her heroin addiction, her path to...
Heroin Addiction Treatment: Florida’s Opioid Crisis Plan
Florida is in the midst of a heroin crisis, with the epidemic showing no sign of stopping. While state efforts are underway to stop...
How Much Does Rehab Cost: The Real Price
Making the decision to seek treatment for yourself or to assist a loved one is a challenging task to start with. While mental health...
Does Medicare Cover Detox?
In the best-case scenarios, navigating health insurance and Medicare can be challenging. Many patients aren’t sure what drug rehab services are covered, or if/how...
7 Tips for Enjoying a Sober Holiday
The holiday season is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy time together with family and friends. Unfortunately, they do also come with their fair share...