Methadone is a synthetic opioid used to help manage the symptoms of deadly opioid addictions. It can be used to treat pain, no matter how severe, or as part of a recovery program to help patients overcome their addiction to opioids. Methadone can be an excellent treatment option, but it’s not for everyone. Knowing…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that hits people after a traumatic event, such as a car accident, natural disaster, violent crime, or military combat. It can affect anyone who has been exposed to trauma, no matter how old they are or what type of person they are. If you’re wondering if you…
With a fresh start comes new opportunities and new hobbies. Once you’ve overcome your substance abuse problem, the next step is to turn your life around and get a new start. But how do you start again when so much of your old life has been taken away from you? The best way to start…
Addiction is a disease and as such needs treatment. However, the same cannot be said for children born into addiction. These children are being denied an opportunity to lead a normal life because their parents are addicted. Unfortunately, many parents are unable to give their kids the attention they need because of their addictions. But…
Supreme Court Questions Previous Convictions Back in March, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a medical case that revolves around whether doctors can be convicted of operating as drug dealers under the cover of their medical practices to illegally distribute opioid painkillers and other dangerous narcotics, according to prosecutors. The Supreme Court Justices were…
When most people think of Johnny Depp, they think of an unkempt, treasure-hungry pirate, or a reformed shut-in with scissors for hands. An American actor, musician, and producer, Depp has enjoyed A-list celebrity status spanning almost four decades due to his many memorable, albeit unconventional, roles and performances. Lately, however, Depp has been gaining attention…
Wilderness therapy has been found to have positive outcomes for patients with a variety of mental health problems. Those suffering from substance abuse can also benefit from a program that incorporates wilderness therapy. The good news is that a wilderness program can help patients with substance abuse recover much faster than treatment in a standard…
When we hear the word “anxiety,” our first impression is usually a negative one. We think it’s something bad that we need to avoid, like bad weather or public speaking. But in reality, anxiety is one of the most natural and useful feelings in the world. It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time,…
Anyone who has experienced major depression knows exactly what it’s like. It can feel like your world has been turned upside-down. You feel blue, down, and so tired that you can barely function. You may also have fearful thoughts running through your mind, anxious about the future, and overwhelmed by the heaviness of your sadness….
Opioids are powerful drugs that are widely used to treat a range of medical conditions. However, they can have severe consequences if abused. People who misuse opioids will experience a range of side effects. These include addiction, overdose, tolerance, addiction symptoms, withdrawal and more. In fact, opioids are the most commonly abused drugs among both…
