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...
The Best Treatments for PTSD and Addiction
Many people who struggle with substance use disorders also have symptoms of mental health struggles. Though treatment options for co-occurring disorders continue to improve throughout the country, treating post traumatic stress disorder and...
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 of stress, presenting a significant challenge for people in...
Vicodin: Addiction, Uses, and Recovery for Veterans
For many veterans, especially combat exposed veterans, Vicodin plays an important role in their daily pain management. While this can do a lot to help military personnel re-integrate into civilian life, Vicodin is one of...
Alcohol and Depression: What’s the Connection?
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In the United States, it’s socially acceptable to regularly drink alcohol. It’s even encouraged to drink as a form of escapism after a rough week at work or following a...
Heroin Detox: What You Should Expect
Although taking heroin for the first time probably didn’t include a lot of forethought or planning, the choice to go through a heroin detox does. Quitting your habit can change your life for...
How to Find the Best Detox Centers in Ohio
Finding the right drug or alcohol treatment in a rehab program is essential for your long-term recovery goals. This article gives all the information you need before choosing from one of the many detox centers in Ohio so that you can get the most out of your recovery program.
Statistics of Drug and Alcohol Addiction in the State of Ohio
While drug and alcohol addiction has become a pressing problem throughout the United States, the state of Ohio has specifically seen a rise in drug-and-alcohol-related health complications.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that Ohio saw the second highest percentage of overdoses in the country in 2017. While the numbers in...
Drug Rehab for Veterans in Florida
Substance use disorders affect millions of veterans each year. And whether it’s alcohol, prescription medications, or illicit drugs, the consequences of addiction are devastating....
Benzo Detox: Withdrawal Symptoms and Treatment
If you have been prescribed benzodiazepines for a long time or suspect you’ve developed...
Why Choose A Veteran Substance Abuse Program?
Addiction treatment should always be tailored to a person’s unique experiences, needs, and overall goals. And this is especially true for veterans seeking substance abuse treatment, since military personnel often have unique experiences....
Are Pharm Parties Real? Prescription Drug Abuse Facts
What is a pharm party? Well, that depends who you ask. According to some news sources, a pharm party (AKA pill party or skittles party) is a gathering when people, usually young adults,...
Can You Drink Alcohol if You Have COVID?
Excessive consumption of alcohol isn’t good for your health. But can you drink alcohol if you have COVID? Alcohol...
National First Responders Day: Taking Care of Our Heroes
In a crisis, everyone relies on first responders. But...
Am I an Addict? Assessing Veteran Substance Abuse
Substance use can be misleading. What starts as a...
How Long Does It Take to Detox From Drugs?
When detoxing from drugs or alcohol, going cold turkey...
How to Stop Using Drugs: A Complete Guide to Recovery
Struggling with a substance use disorder is not a...
Inpatient vs. Outpatient Drug Rehab: Which Do You Need?
Inpatient vs. outpatient drug rehab: Between types of treatment, patient needs, and personal preference, how do you decide? To make an informed choice, you’ll...
Should I Avoid Rehab During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted daily life for millions of Americans, and Floridians have been especially hard-hit. As businesses close, more and more people...
What You Should Know About the “Lean” Drug
You might’ve heard of the highly addictive substance called lean in famous hip hop songs, like Lil Wayne’s “Me and My Drank.” But what...
Coronavirus Anxiety: Mental Health During COVID-19
In this uncertain time, you may feel a lot of coronavirus anxiety, especially if you have a pre-existing anxiety disorder. For people suffering from...
How to Help Veterans with Mental Illness
In the United States, millions of veterans suffer from mental health conditions each year. Among veterans with mental illness, many feel isolated or beyond...