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...
Fake Percocet Is Still in Florida, What Are the Risks?
Fake Percocet Is Still in Florida, What Are the Risks? The Blackberry Center Behavioral Hospital Troy Borges 👍Opioid medications are frequently prescribed for pain management. And during the opioid epidemic that swept the nation in the...
Alcohol and Anxiety: The Vicious Cycle
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Many adults in the United States drink alcohol to cope with their mental health problems. If you drink to quiet your insecurities before going out with friends or to prevent...
Why Mental Health Is Vital During the Coronavirus Pandemic
As we all continue to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, many of us feel pressure to stay home at all costs. And while following proper social distancing guidelines is important, so is taking care of your...
The Dangerous Side Effects of XTC Drug Use
XTC is an illegal drug that you often find in “rave” or club scenes. Unfortunately, more and more young adults in the United States are abusing the XTC drug and suffering dangerous side...
Legal Highs: The Dangers of Research Chemicals
In today’s interconnected world, where it is possible to purchase practically anything with the click of a button, the internet is full of all manner of synthetic chemicals that can get someone high....
Do I Need Veteran Drug Rehabilitation?
As a service member, knowing when it’s time for veteran drug rehabilitation can be difficult. You may feel unsure about whether your symptoms are “bad enough” to warrant treatment, or you might feel pressure to handle addiction and mental health issues on your own. Unfortunately, substance use disorders and invisible wounds of war rarely go away without help. That’s what we’re here for.
If you’re unsure about receiving substance abuse treatment for veterans, then just ask yourself these simple questions.
Am I Dealing with Psychological Wounds?
Many veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and military sexual trauma (MST) are at increased risk to develop a substance use disorder. These are known as...
Veterans Support
Veterans Support: Honoring and Caring for Our Heroes
Introduction: Our veterans have selflessly dedicated their lives to serving and protecting our nation. It’s our duty...
Are Adderall and Alcohol a Bad Combination for Veterans?
Adderall is a common prescription medication used primarily to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is a mixture of amphetamine salts and acts as a stimulant on the central nervous system (CNS)....
Enabling Addiction vs. Support: What’s the Difference?
If you care about someone with a drug or alcohol problem, there’s a chance you may be enabling addiction when you mean to support them. Whether it’s a matter of safety, as would...
Chemical Dependency in Ohio – Addiction Help
The state of Ohio has a long history of chemical dependency and addiction. For example, the state was hit...
How to Stop Drinking Alcohol: 5 Tips for Success
Over half of the adults in the United States...
Alcoholic Eyes: Identifying and Treating Alcoholic Vision Loss
When you think of damage caused by alcohol, you...
Are Adderall and Alcohol a Bad Combination for Veterans?
Adderall is a common prescription medication used primarily to...
What Are Suicidal Ideations? Definition and Symptoms
Suicide is the act of intentionally ending one’s own...
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...
5 Traits of the Best Drug Rehab Centers for Veterans
While there are many Florida drug rehab centers, they do not all provide the same quality of care. Veterans in particular require certain evidence-based...
DMT Drug Addiction: Learn About the “Spirit Molecule”
After rising to popularity in the counterculture of the 60s and 70s, hallucinogenics such as the DMT drug, LSD, and magic mushrooms became less...
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...
The Dangerous Side Effects of XTC Drug Use
XTC is an illegal drug that you often find in “rave” or club scenes. Unfortunately, more and more young adults in the United States...