Drug Types: Stimulant or Depressant?
How can you tell if a drug is a stimulant or depressant? Is one type of drug safer than the other? What happens if you mix a stimulant with a depressant? Understanding the important differences between stimulants and depressants – and recognizing the dangers of abusing either or both types of substances – can help […]
I Think I’m an Addict: What Should I Do?
“I think I’m an addict.” If these words have ever crossed your mind, then you clearly suspect that you might have a problem with alcohol or another drug. This post can help you decide if your suspicions are correct – and, if they are, what you should do next. Ways to Tell if You’re an […]
The Meaning of Chest Pain After Drinking Alcohol
Chest pains can occur for many reasons, and they should never be ignored. Overexertion, injuries, and viruses are three of the many potential causes of this form of discomfort. Some people also experience chest pain after drinking alcohol. Why Does Drinking Alcohol Cause Chest Pain? If you experience chest pain after drinking alcohol, you need […]
Are Yellow Eyes from Drinking Alcohol?
Chronic alcohol abuse can have a dramatic impact on a person’s appearance. Possible consequences include significant weight gain, bloating, dull grey skin, bloodshot eyes, dry and thin hair, and reddening around the nose and cheeks. Some people even develop yellow eyes from drinking. In addition to altering how a person looks, yellow eyes from drinking […]
Why Do Some People Become Addicted to Drugs While Others Don’t?
Some people consume moderate amounts of alcohol on a regular basis, but never lose their ability to control how often or how much they drink. Others are unable to have “just a few drinks” without the night turning into a catastrophe. Some people use prescription painkillers when prescribed, then stop when the pain goes away. […]
Where Are Kids Hiding Drugs? It May Be in Plain Sight
When a person becomes addicted to alcohol or another drug, they will be compelled to use the substance frequently. This means they will have a powerful urge to be near the substance, even in places where using or possessing it is forbidden. To accomplish this, a person may need to find creative hiding places for […]
List of What to Bring to Rehab
You’ve completed the phone assessment and been accepted into treatment. Your insurance company has approved your stay, and the facility has scheduled your intake. All you need to do now is pack a bag. But what should you pack? How can you be sure you know what to bring to rehab? Just as important, how […]
Why Does My Face Turn Red When I Drink Alcohol?
Drinking alcohol is associated with certain predictable effects, such as impaired coordination, diminished inhibitions, and a change in mood. For some people, alcohol has an additional effect. It causes the skin on their face to redden. If this has happened to you, you may have two main concerns: Why does my face turn red when […]
Common Household Items Used as Drug Paraphernalia
If you fear that someone you care about has been using drugs, you may be looking for physical, emotional, or behavioral signs of substance abuse. You should also pay attention to what types of items they keep close at hand. Possession of drug paraphernalia can be a strong indicator that a person is involved in […]
How to Stop Enabling A Loved One’s Alcoholism
It can be difficult to offer support to a loved one with alcohol use disorder (AUD) without enabling their addiction. You may believe you are helping when in fact, you are enabling. How can you know if you are enabling their addiction or helping? If you are enabling, what should you do to stop? By learning […]
What is the Difference Between IOP and PHP?
Two types of addiction treatment programs you will encounter when you are exploring your addiction treatment options. While IOP and PHP programs may seem similar, there are some key differences you need to understand to help you choose the most appropriate rehab program to suit your needs. What Is Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Treatment? An intensive […]
How To Help An Alcoholic Who Doesn’t Want Help
It is difficult for friends and family to sit idly by as they watch a loved one struggle with alcohol addiction. However, when that individual does not believe they have an alcohol addiction or does not want help, it makes things even more challenging. Therefore, learning how to help an alcoholic who doesn’t want help […]
What Is A Typical Day Like In A Sober Living Home?
Whether you are getting ready to start an alcohol or drug rehab program or nearing the end of it and planning your aftercare, you may be wondering whether sober living homes should be a part of your rehab treatment. To help you determine the most appropriate treatment to benefit your recovery and sobriety, let’s explore […]
What Are The Signs of Benzo Withdrawal?
Benzodiazepines, more commonly referred to as benzos, treat a wide variety of conditions. Anxiety, panic disorders, depression, muscle spasms, and insomnia respond well to benzo treatment. Unfortunately, benzos also hold a high potential for addiction. Sometimes a person shows signs of benzo withdrawal when not using the drug. This usually means they have developed an […]