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Hydrocodone Abuse and Addiction

February 1, 2023October 19, 2022 by Price Allem

What Makes Hydrocodone Addictive?

Hydrocodone is a Schedule II semi-synthetic narcotic drug similar to Oxycodone that is prescribed to people for severe pain, usually after a surgery or injury, or for certain serious health conditions. It is an opioid drug that acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to stop pain messages from getting through by binding to opioid receptors. Because it affects the CNS, it also has the effect of slowing breathing, slowing heart rate, affecting mental functions, producing feelings of relaxation and euphoria.

Does Tough Love Actually Work for Addiction?

April 19, 2023October 18, 2022 by Price Allem

What Is Tough Love? In most cases of tough love, there is a genuine feeling of love and concern behind any harsh or stern treatment. For example, genuinely concerned parents may refuse to support their drug-addicted child financially until he or she agrees to drug rehabilitation. While sometimes seen as cold, tough love is meant … Read more

Paramount Health Care Coverage for Rehab

February 13, 2023October 18, 2022 by Price Allem

Does Paramount Health Care Cover Drug and Alcohol Rehab?

Paramount is a health insurance company based out of Toledo, Ohio, offering coverage for care that treats the whole person. They have received local, state, and national awards and accreditations for service excellence and outstanding care, as well as for ensuring their clients receive quality health plans at affordable cost. Their aim is to ensure every member feels respected, appreciated, and listened-to. Their agents will not judge you for seeking help with your addiction, and they will be able to help you to get the comprehensive care you need.

Navigating the Stigma of Mental Illness and Addiction

February 1, 2023October 17, 2022 by Price Allem

Understanding The Stigma of Mental Illness and Addiction

Living with a mental illness and addiction is challenging in many ways. You not only have the everyday struggles that come with substance use disorders and the symptoms of mental illness, but you also have to face the challenges that come with being viewed negatively due to stigmas, stereotypes, prejudice, and misconceptions about these disorders. Negative attitudes and beliefs are common in society, and can lead to discrimination, which can be overt, like rude comments made to your face, or they can be subtle, like a person avoiding you or choosing not to hire you because of assumptions that you will be unreliable, dangerous, or violent.

What is Rainbow Fentanyl? 11 Myths and Facts

April 5, 2023October 17, 2022 by Price Allem

What is Rainbow Fentanyl?

Rainbow fentanyl has been in the news and in public health warnings lately, with the Centers for Disease Control (the CDC) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issuing information and health statements and plenty of news agencies picking it up as a story. It is a potent and dangerous opioid drug called fentanyl that is found in a variety of bright colors, made in labs and distributed by Mexican drug cartels and street drug dealers. As Halloween nears, the fear of some parents is that their children may mistake these drugs for candy, but the idea that these drugs are produced in bright colors to attract young people may not be true.

Sober Friendly Halloween Party Ideas

October 18, 2022October 14, 2022 by Price Allem

Celebrating Halloween While Sober

Just like many other holidays and celebrations, Halloween can often be an excuse to overly consume alcohol. For those in recovery, events and holidays like these pose a threat to their sobriety because often it can trigger old desires and behaviors to binge drink. If this is your first Halloween sober in a year, it can be especially challenging. Part of adjusting back into the real world after alcohol rehab is finding ways to continue having fun and participate in activities while maintaining sobriety. Fortunately there are several ways to celebrate Halloween alcohol free and keep on track with your alcohol addiction recovery.

Preparing to go to Inpatient Alcohol Rehab For The First Time

February 14, 2023October 13, 2022 by Price Allem

going to Inpatient Alcohol Rehab for the first time

What Is Rehab Like For The First Time?

For many people, going to alcohol rehab for the first time is something that can feel overwhelming. However, when you select the right addiction treatment facility, you will have the support and the care that you need as you begin to make these critical changes in your life. One of the great things about our inpatient treatment team is the fact that we make ourselves readily available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have when it comes to inpatient treatment.

What is National Recovery Month and Why Does it Matter?

February 1, 2023September 26, 2022 by Price Allem

What is National Recovery Month?

National Recovery Month is an opportunity for a national observance that is held every September to provide Americans with education and resources to address and heal from substance use disorders. By promoting an understanding of drug and alcohol addiction, it works to break the stigma associated with substance use disorders and recognize the strength and resiliency that those struggling with substance abuse have while honoring those professionals that work to support those living with substance use disorders. Recovery month offers opportunities and a platform to share new evidence based treatment and recovery programs and therapies while hearing recovery stories that demonstrate the inspiring and courageous road that those struggling with substance abuse take. Over the course of Recovery Month, there are events and activities that are taking place across the nation to help spread awareness and continue to break the stigma of drug addiction and alcohol addiction.

TruPath Recovery Success Stories

April 11, 2023September 23, 2022 by Price Allem

The importance of sharing recovery processes

Is Recovery Effective?

Drug and alcohol abuse treatment may feel like a mystery to those who have never been. You may wonder what happens inside a recovery center, or what drug abuse treatment is like. Long-term sobriety is achievable. Many people with serious addictions have been able to overcome substance use disorders, go to therapy, and live a happier and healthier, more fulfilling life.

Helping a Friend with Fentanyl Addiction

February 1, 2023September 23, 2022 by Price Allem

Signs of Fentanyl Addiction

Helping a friend with fentanyl addiction is something that is paramount in the lives of many people. Sadly, everyday friends and family members around the world experience stress and worry as a result of the substance abuse of someone that they love and care about. If you suspect that a friend or loved one may be struggling with a fentanyl addiction, here are some telltale signs that they may be suffering from this condition:

Defensiveness of their substance use
Cravings
Shakiness
Issues maintaining work or school responsibilities
Problems maintaining personal relationships
Health issues