For some people, drinking alcohol is fun on occasion. For others, alcohol can be a deadly trap. Millions of Americans may live with alcohol use…
The prospect of going through heroin withdrawal is often distressing. Sometimes, it leads some people to continue using rather than try quitting. However, participating in…
Quitting alcohol can be difficult in this day and age. In general, society approves of drinking alcohol. In fact, people can purchase it almost anywhere.…
There are many reasons why someone may want to stop drinking alcohol. But not all people will need to be admitted into an alcohol detox…
The terms “alcoholism” and “heavy drinking” are ambiguous and not used in clinical settings. In the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of…
Addiction recovery begins from the moment a person commits to stop abusing substances. Drug detox programs are a safe and effective way to break the…
Benzodiazepines are prescription medications that have hypnotic and sedative qualities. Benzos frequently provide relief to those who have anxiety and panic disorders. A known risk…
Overdoses have become even more common since the introduction of potent synthetic opiates and related substances into the street drug market. People who buy drugs…
The long-term effects of alcohol on the brain should not be understated. After a person has abused alcohol for a prolonged period, they are likely…
Not everyone knows the potential for experiencing post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). PAWS broadly relates to symptoms that arise in the weeks and months following detox.…