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How to Get Your Loved One Into Drug and Alcohol Rehab

April 20, 2023September 9, 2022 by Price Allem

Can You Make Someone Go to Rehab?

Do you know someone that is suffering from a drug or alcohol addiction? Addiction is something that impacts more than just the person that is struggling with this disease. Family and friends of that individual can also be impacted as a result of addiction and abuse. However, the question or whether you can encourage a friend or family member to engage in one of the recovery programs at a treatment center. It’s important to remember although there are several things that you can do to encourage a friend or family member to commit to alcohol treatment or drug addiction treatment, you can never force someone to get on the road to recovery.

The Best Detox Medications for Managing Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms

April 19, 2023September 7, 2022 by Price Allem

What Are Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms?

Within hours of ceasing to take opioid pain medications, a person can experience withdrawal side effects ranging in severity. Rarely life-threatening though it is, withdrawal syndrome can be uncomfortable and painful. The scale of withdrawal symptoms varies depending on how long the drug stays in the body, how long someone’s been taking the drug, and their overall health. Commonly, people going through withdrawal syndrome could experience:

11 Common Side Effects of Dilaudid (Hydromorphone)

April 6, 2023September 5, 2022 by Price Allem

What is Dilaudid (Hydromorphone)?

Dilaudid, also known as hydromorphone, is an example of an oral opioid that is used to moderate to severe pain. Although there are several health conditions that this type of drug can help with, there is also the possibility that hydromorphone oral medication can also trigger a serious drug addiction. Taking this medication is not something that should be taken lightly and before you start taking it, you should always speak with your doctor for medical advice before taking this medication and ensure that you have the parameters in place to be able to avoid any type of substance abuse.

Inpatient Drug Rehab: How Long Do You Stay?

September 1, 2022August 29, 2022 by Price Allem

Length of Inpatient Drug Rehab

There are several questions that a person often has when it comes to committing to an inpatient drug addiction treatment program. One of them typically is how long will an inpatient drug rehab program last? The answer is different for every person. In general, an inpatient treatment program is something that lasts anywhere between 30 and 90 days. This is an important decision and it’s something that should always be made with the help and guidance from experienced addiction treatment experts with the understanding that these timeframes are flexible. This means that you can extend your addiction treatment program at any time if you decide that you would like to continue on with your recovery journey.

What Does it Feel Like to Get High on Meth?

April 11, 2023August 24, 2022 by Price Allem

What Does Using Crystal Meth Feel Like?

Methamphetamines have become one of the most widely used substances within American culture. Due to its highly addictive nature and low cost to purchase, many individuals have become addicted to methamphetamine. Meth users experience an increased risk of having a decline in physical health and mental health due to the toxic chemicals that are in a dose of meth.

How Benzodiazepines Affect the Brain

April 19, 2023August 22, 2022 by Price Allem

How Do Benzodiazepines Affect the Brain?

Benzodiazepine addiction has become a growing concern for a number of Americans each day. When taken as prescribed by a doctor, there are a number of health benefits that will treat ongoing mental health disorders such as anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or panic attacks, and support individuals with seizures. However, when someone engages in benzodiazepine abuse there can be serious side effects and a physical dependence that can be developed.

To gain a better understanding of benzodiazepine addiction it is important to understand how benzos work and their effects on the brain. Benzodiazepines work by enhancing the neurotransmitters within your central nervous system and brain called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) at the GABA A receptor. The increase in GABA neurotransmitters from the effects of benzodiazepines while causing an individual to feel symptoms or effects such as sedation, hypnotic state, muscle relaxant, treat anxiety, and act as anticonvulsant.

Painkiller Withdrawal and Addiction Treatment

August 28, 2022August 18, 2022 by Price Allem

Being proactive about your addiction recovery is one of the best decisions you can make in life. Drug and alcohol abuse, including addiction to opioid pain medications, can do damage to a person’s life in a lot of ways. Thankfully, addiction treatments are available to help you stop taking opioid medications, no matter how the substance abuse started. The opioid epidemic that has affected cities and towns across the country for the last two decades has impacted people of all ages and from all walks of life.

Returning To School After Drug and Alcohol Rehab

April 11, 2023August 15, 2022 by Price Allem

What are the Pros of Going Back to School in Recovery?

After you have completed a drug or alcohol addiction treatment program, your mind is clear, you’re motivated, and have lots of plans for your bright future. One of these plans is going back to school to start a new career or finish a degree you had started before drugs and alcohol took control of your life. Going back to school while in addiction recovery can be a positive experience if you determine your goals, choose the right school, and create a relapse prevention plan. There are several benefits to returning to school after drug and alcohol rehab, which include:

What are the Early Signs of Vicodin Addiction?

April 19, 2023August 11, 2022 by Price Allem

How Addictive is Vicodin?

Over two-million Americans suffer from opioid addiction due to prescription opioid painkillers. Vicodin is one of those opioid prescription medications used to treat moderate to severe pain, including dental and injury-related pain. Vicodin is composed of Hydrocodone, a potent opiate painkiller, and Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol. Hydrocodone, like other opiate painkillers, is highly addictive and can lead to Vicodin abuse. It works on the central nervous system blocking pain receptors in the brain and in excess, causing euphoric or pleasurable effects. It can quickly cause individuals to develop tolerance and dependency.

Residential Rehab for Drug Addicts

August 22, 2022August 11, 2022 by Price Allem

Inpatient drug rehab can help people suffering from substance use disorders manage their addiction to drugs and alcohol. TruPath is a top drug rehab center that offers multiple levels of care for treatment drugs and alcohol addiction. TruPath recovery programs include inpatient treatment, outpatient rehab, alcohol and drug detox, dual diagnosis treatment, sober living, and continuing care outpatient programs.