Can Families Obtain Narcan?
Opioid overdoses and death continue to be a huge crisis in the United States. Lawmakers, addiction professionals and citizens alike
Read moreOpioid overdoses and death continue to be a huge crisis in the United States. Lawmakers, addiction professionals and citizens alike
Read moreIf your loved one is struggling with a substance abuse problem, finding professional help is your first priority. While there
Read moreWhen a loved one is in early recovery, you want to do everything possible to show love and support. Recovery
Read moreAddiction is a family disease. While the lion’s share of the work rests squarely on the shoulders of the addict,
Read moreWhether you are new in recovery or have significant clean time under your belt, drug cravings are a constant presence.
Read moreNo matter how far you are in recovery, you will encounter relapse triggers in your daily life. Triggers are internal
Read moreThe early stages of recovery can exciting…and also terrifying. While you work hard to put your addiction behind you, doubt
Read moreIf a family member or friend overdoses, the panic and fear you feel can be overwhelming. Your thoughts race, and
Read moreThe nation’s opioid crisis is showing no signs of slowing down. According to preliminary datafrom the Centers for Disease Control, nearly
Read moreThe opioid epidemic currently sweeping the U.S. has left few unaffected, with opioid-related overdose rates continuing to climb. The past
Read moreHeroin and alcohol are both central nervous system depressants, meaning they both work to produce calm feelings of relaxation and
Read moreVivitrol and Suboxone are used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs to help individuals quit use of severely addictive substances. These
Read moreOxycodone is one of the most addictive and commonly misused prescription medications in the nation. One survey of youth in
Read moreSynthetic opioids, such as fentanyl, have been produced at rapid rates in the past few years. This led to an
Read moreIt’s hard to overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Most substance abusers will end up relapsing even if they get the
Read more12 Step treatment was first created by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in 1935. This type of treatment is faith-based and require
Read moreCocaine use in colleges is increasing, as well as the use of other drugs. For example, heroin use in colleges
Read moreWomen in recovery tend to face different challenges in recovery than men. According to the National Council on Alcoholism and
Read moreOpiate use in colleges is becoming a cause for concern. Use of prescription opiates among college students increased by 343%
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