Words have power. We know this, right? Usually when we think about the capacity of language, we consider the deeper, long-term, overarching consequences — good or bad — of what we say. A worthwhile endeavor, no doubt. But just like those last over-the-top, flowery couple of sentences, we may miss out on the practical implications…
“Party drugs” seem to imply fun, worry-free times. And lots of people see LSD as a relatively harmless drug. You or your friends may have even take one or both together without seeming to experience any problems. So what’s so dangerous about mixing the two? Is LSD a Safe Drug? It may be nearly impossible…
Oxycodone is an opioid narcotic painkiller that has become famous for its addictive properties. Like other opioid drugs, oxycodone has many life-threatening effects on physical health. It can also cause major problems for emotional health, relationships, finances, and mental health. Long-term use of oxycodone will rewire the brain to some extent, although these changes can…
On This Page: Getting Clean Quitting Safely Safe Recovery Options The severity of withdrawal for any substance depends on many factors, including the length and depth of addiction, the individual’s personal health and more. The more serious the methadone use, the worse the withdrawal. Because withdrawal symptoms and severity are unpredictable, patients should always undergo…
On This Page: Physical Aspects Psychological Aspects Preparing for a Confrontation When to Consider an Intervention Finding Help Alcoholism is a frightening disease for both the one addicted to alcohol and those who love him or her. The psychological aspects of this deadly condition often prevent those using alcohol from being aware of or…
Addiction creates real changes in physical and emotional health. It affects how the brain works. And because our brains are responsible for all our voluntary and involuntary actions, this means drugs change how we think, act and feel. Addiction isn’t a choice or a lifestyle. The things you do, say and feel under the influence…
“Listen to your life. See it for the fathomless mystery that it is. In the boredom and pain of it no less than in the excitement and gladness: touch, taste, smell your way to the holy and hidden heart of it because in the last analysis all moments are key moments, and life itself is…
By Patti Richards The struggle with drug and alcohol addiction is more than just an intense desire for a substance. People who are addicted develop a physical dependence on their drug of choice. No matter the consequences, they need it to feel normal and function. For some people, that means starting the day without a…
By Kathryn Millán, MA, LPC/MHSP As many as one in five American adults deal with a mental illness each year.1 If not you, then someone you know has probably faced some type of mental health concern. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a diagnosis that has been largely misunderstood and can be especially difficult for both…
Guest post by Ben Kaneaiakala, Founder and CEO, Phoenix Rising Behavioral Healthcare Services You know what happens when you eat undercooked chicken or pork, right? Most likely you will end up with serious gastrointestinal distress because the meat was not thoroughly cooked. Half-baked chicken is a good analogy when considering addiction treatment without planning for…
