Deciding to pursue substance abuse treatment is difficult, and the day you admit to the treatment center will likely bring many mixed emotions. In light of the challenges of going to treatment, it is wise to make the most of the experience by developing a recovery-minded attitude. Start with the End in Mind It is [...]
Asking yourself, "Do I have a problem with pain relievers and substance abuse?" is one of the first steps to getting help. Because addiction to pain relievers usually begins through the use of a prescription given by a doctor, and for those misusing pain relievers, it can be difficult to tell when the problem first [...]
Sleep is making a comeback, and that is good news for the recovery community as new studies are showing how a good night's sleep is an essential tool for those in recovery from addiction. The team at the National Institute on Drug Abuse Intramural Research Program in Baltimore, Maryland, knew that opioids disrupt sleep. Still, they [...]
Every day in the United States, more than 130 individuals die from an opioid overdose. [1] While there are effective treatments available for opioid dependence, less than 10% of people who need treatment actually receive it. [2] According to the Center for Disease Control, the number of people dying from opioid overdose began a steep [...]
One of the more difficult challenges in recovering from a substance use addiction is choosing a treatment program. Rehab takes place in a wide variety of settings across the country, from high-end facilities to more hospital-like institutions. In the process of browsing through brochures at your counselor's office or looking at photos of serene settings [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.