In the midst of last month’s attention to actor Johnny Depp’s $50 million lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, a psychological term entered the public lexicon: histrionic personality disorder. A clinical and forensic psychologist, Shannon Curry, conducted a psychological evaluation of Heard and testified in court regarding her diagnosis. Testimonies from Curry and other clinical professionals…
Despite the fact that relapse is a common part of the recovery process for some addicts, recent therapies are intended to lower the chance of relapse. With all of the available treatment modalities, you may be questioning the difference in say, a 12 step rehab success rate and an intensive three week inpatient program. Even…
In today’s society, being a working professional is almost double-edged. While it may seem like a great thing because of the excellent benefits and opportunities that come with establishing a professional career, rehab for professionals can be tricky. Working professionals have a lot of responsibilities and obligations to fulfill on an everyday basis. This means…
Truthfully, the trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard never should have been televised. On December 18th, 2018, actor Amber Heard was published in The Washington Post with an article detailing her experience with domestic abuse. She did not name Depp in the op-ed, but he was heavily implied as the perpetrator in Heard’s story…
Medically Reviewed by Jodi Mabry – NP It is a debate as old as time—uppers vs downers: which is more harmful? People often question if “uppers” like methamphetamines (“meth”) and cocaine or “downers” like opioids and alcohol pose more risk than the other. The answer is that both of them have many potential dangers and…
Medically Reviewed by Jodi Mabry Every type of illegal and legal drug has a different effect on a person. One of the major classifications for a drug is whether it is an “upper” or a “downer” or in medical terminology: a stimulant or a depressant. Many of the most commonly used drugs in the United…
Medically Reviewed by Jodi Mabry According to Three 6 Mafia, Purple Drank will “ Knock you out, make you fall asleep when you’re on them wheels ain’t no doubt…” These are a few lyrics from the song about purple drink “Sippin on sizzurp” which has amassed over 9 million views on Youtube. It is one…
Choosing the best recovery program is a big decision, and it helps to know the IOP program requirements if that is the treatment plan you choose. The road to a sober lifestyle is a rocky one, but the right treatment can make all the difference. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration(SAMSHA), a community…
Both cocaine and crack cocaine are extremely potent and addictive stimulantswith multiple similarities. Both drugs produce a euphoric, energizing high when smoked or snorted, and both can quickly lead to dependence and addiction. Despite their many similarities, each drug has its own unique properties and poses distinct risks. Basically, these two substances have very different…
Kratom is a relatively new drug that is legal and very accessible. The substance is derived from a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia with leaves that can produce effects similar to opioid drugs. It is also known as mitragyna, kratum, or ketum. Although the use of kratom has been common in certain parts of…
