Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms
Fentanyl is one of the most powerful opioids. With a potency that’s 100 times stronger than morphine, fentanyl use comes with a strong risk of addiction and overdose. Taking fentanyl for surgery or severe pain under a doctor’s orders is the safest way to use it. But whether you use fentanyl recreationally or therapeutically, you […]
4 Reasons Why Quitting Heroin Cold Turkey is a Bad Idea
For those who are addicted to alcohol and drugs, the idea of quitting cold turkey can feel attractive. Many addicts think they are strong enough, smart enough, and determined enough to give up their habit on their own, without the hassle of inpatient rehab. Those feelings are certainly understandable, but there are many reasons why […]
Qualities to Look for in Drug Rehab Centers in Texas
Drug rehab centers in Texas vary, depending on your needs and who owns the drug treatment centers. Not all drug treatment is the same. The best treatment centers have specific qualities that ensure you get the care you need to recover from drug addiction: Family Owned Based on Success Discharge Plan Characteristics of Quality […]
Talking to Your Parent About Their Addiction
Our parents are often the most influential force in our lives. The way we are raised, how we are taught to love and communicate, and the behaviors we witness all play a part in shaping who we become in our adult lives. If you have a parent with an addiction, you have likely dealt with […]
Mental Health Disorders Commonly Tied to Addiction
Mental health and addiction have a complex relationship, but it is clear that the two issues are intimately linked. People who struggle with mental health issues are more likely to develop a substance use disorder at some point in their life, just as those with addictions are more likely to struggle with their mental health. […]
