The long list of depressant street names can leave a person scratching their head, wondering exactly what drug they’ve been taking. But regardless of what…
When discussing the best evidence-based practices to treat substance use disorders, two therapies consistently top the list. Those two therapies are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and…
Painkiller withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable; fortunately, it’s a temporary experience. But how long do withdrawal symptoms from painkillers last, and is there anything an…
Choosing where to go after rehab can make the difference between lasting sobriety and an unexpected relapse. Life after rehab still takes work to ensure…
While crack is a common drug of abuse, many people still have several questions regarding what type of drug it is and how to treat…
Learning how to get clean from cocaine is a process and doesn’t have to be done alone. Decades of research and clinical work have distilled…
Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant drug that works on the central nervous system (CNS). The dangers of meth abuse include heart disease, impaired cognition, reduced…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often assumed to affect only war veterans or those who have survived a life-threatening experience. But the truth is that…
Summer is the perfect time for recreation and socializing. However, now that you’ve made the commitment to staying sober, you may have to readjust your…
Alcoholism can affect virtually anyone. Moreover, since drinking at social events is so normalized in culture, it is hard to spot the early signs of…