Medical detox is considered the safest form of detox. People who have only a mild substance abuse disorder or addiction may be able to cease…
In many instances today, a person buying opioids on the street is purchasing a mixture containing the synthetic opiate fentanyl. A tiny amount of fentanyl…
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…
Not long ago, many people would have told you that heroin was the most dangerous substance available and the one most likely to result in…
In recent years, fentanyl and other potent synthetic opioids have made the opioid epidemic even worse. Fentanyl and related substances are mixed with other drugs…
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are one of the most commonly abused substances. Part of the reason is that benzos have been over-prescribed. Doctors often prescribe them…
One of the most addictive substances abused is heroin. Heroin does not give users an adrenaline rush like cocaine or crystal meth. Instead, it has…
People from all walks of life struggle with alcohol abuse and addiction. Because alcohol is legal, it often seems more benign than other abusive substances.…
Overcoming alcohol addiction is one of the most difficult challenges in today’s world. Because alcohol is part of daily life and culture, many people think…
Choosing a detox program can be overwhelming. Alcohol detox programs can be the safest, most effective way to overcome alcoholism and recover. For both those…