When one has the idea enter into his or her head that they want to get sober for the first time, they probably wonder which program is right for them, AA or NA? What is the difference? Do I have to commit to one? What is the purpose of 12-step meetings? A lot of questions…
When we’ve had enough in our active addiction and are ready to make that change to turn our lives around, we ask for help, or some of us may get an intervention, or legal issues made us quit using. Whatever the case may be, the steps toward recovery usually start with discontinuing the use of…
Xanax is a brand of one of the most prescribed drugs on the market called Benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines, or “benzos,” are a class of pharmaceutical drugs prescribed for many mental disorders and illnesses. They are used to treat moderate to severe anxiety, panic attacks, epileptic seizures, and even withdrawal symptoms from other central nervous system drugs…
When you hear that a treatment method is “evidence-based,” it means that it is backed by real, scientific studied evidence that proves it is effective, so evidence-based methods are similar to the scientific method. However, since we can’t trust what anyone says is true, we must do real scientific studies to prove the results. The…
Many people believe that if they go to addiction treatment that they are “cured.” This is far from the truth. Recovery is a lifelong journey that can include some mistakes and missteps and even relapses, but the ultimate goal is to overcome addiction and to lead a healthy, productive life. So success isn’t measured by…
Xanax, also known by the generic drug name alprazolam, is a popularly prescribed medication. It is the most commonly prescribed drug that can impact a person’s mental state. Doctors often use Xanax to treat people with severe anxiety or panic problems. However, the drug is not free of risk. It is highly addictive, with serious…
Do you or a loved one have an opioid addiction? If so, you may be wondering how is opioid addiction treated. The truth is there is not just one treatment plant that fits everyone. However, treatment centers can work with you individually. They can help develop a treatment plan that will fit your situation and…
Can Focalin Be Abused? Several medications are currently available to treat symptoms of ADHD. One of these medications is Focalin. Over the last several decades, millions of Americans have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Health professionals have reported positive results from Focalin for treatment of ADHD. Unfortunately, misuse of Focalin can lead…
In a battle of Vyvanse vs Adderall, who would win? Like any competition, one would find proponents on both sides. Some physicians might champion one over the other. Some parents might have noticed beneficial changes in their children. Other people might have had terrible experiences with one of these medications. The fact remains that both…
There was a time when medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, was a subject of heated debate. Some people thought people on MAT weren’t truly sober, while others believed that the use of opioid drugs would lead to an inevitable relapse. Fortunately, that time seems to have passed. Now, physicians all over the world use MAT to…
