Not all that long ago, doctors were frequently prescribing benzodiazepines for conditions like anxiety and sleep issues without fully understanding just how addictive these medications can be. Let’s take a look.
Jun 16th, 2022
Not all that long ago, doctors were frequently prescribing benzodiazepines for conditions like anxiety and sleep issues without fully understanding just how addictive these medications can be. Let’s take a look.
You suspect your loved one may have developed a problem with opioids and you’re unsure of what to do next. Here, we outline a few things you should know moving forward as you try to help.
The line between “normal” drinking and problematic drinking can be difficult to see clearly. To help you figure out whether you may be on the slippery slope to an alcohol use disorder, we’ve pulled together some warning signs.
As the opioid crisis continues to wreak havoc in the United States, more people are becoming familiar with the withdrawal symptoms that develop when they try to stop using. Here, we list six of the more common symptoms.
The path from painkillers to an opioid use disorder is an all-too-easy one that traps people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Here, we take a closer look at the dangers of painkillers.
As we leave 2021 behind and enter a new year, there are some alarming statistics that should put getting clean and sober at the top of your list of priorities. To help you make the leap into sobriety, we present a few tips.
There are many tools that can help people break free from a substance use disorder, and medications can certainly play a beneficial role. Here, we explore how one, naltrexone, can help.
When you’ve developed both an addiction to and a dependency on opioids, the road to getting clean can be tough, which is why you need all the help you can get. We provide that help through our outpatient detox program.
Despite the ever-increasing numbers of people in the United States who are developing substance use disorders, there’s still far too much misinformation swirling around the problem. Here we debunk five common myths.
When it comes to using marijuana and the potential for dependency and addiction, the issue is complicated. Make no mistake, however, that over- or misusing marijuana can lead to significant problems.
Breaking free from an opioid addiction can be incredibly tough, which is why you should consider using every tool available. Here’s a look at how Suboxone® can play an invaluable role in your recovery.
Overcoming a substance use disorder has its challenges, but when you have a good recovery support system in place, you’re better able to overcome them. Here’s why recovery support is so important.
The first step to overcoming a substance use disorder is to address the physical dependence aspect of the disease, which is best done through a supervised detox program. Here’s a look at how long this might take.
There’s a good reason (several, really) why the opioid problem in the United States is called a crisis, starting with the fact that it led to more than 50,000 deaths in 2019 alone. Here’s a look at why opioids are so dangerous.
A substance use disorder is a chronic disease, which means it requires a tailored and sustained treatment program to guide you through recovery. Here’s a look at how we can help you regain your life.
Addiction of any kind consumes your life, including your social life, often forcing you into a cold and lonely world. Here’s a look at why addiction can be so devastating to your social life, giving you another reason to break free.
You’re tired of being imprisoned by your substance use disorder, yet every time you try to quit, withdrawal symptoms send you back to using. Through our detox program, we can help you clear this first hurdle.
You hate to see your loved one struggle with addiction, but every time you try to help, things go wrong. Here’s a look at some of the dos and don’ts when it comes to helping a friend or family member who struggles with addiction.
If you find yourself in the throes of addiction, you know all too well how it can hijack practically every aspect of your life. Here are some guidelines for successfully overcoming your addiction and taking back control of your wellness and happiness.
More than two million people in the United States are held prisoner by an opioid use disorder. With Suboxone, we approach the problem from two different angles to give you the best chances of breaking free.
While prescription medications are designed to help improve your health, some medicines can lead to quite the opposite — addiction. Here’s a look at some of the more common medications that can be addictive.
You’re tired of your substance use disorder ruining your life, and you want to take back control. The first step is often the hardest — detoxing — but our outpatient program can ease this journey, laying the groundwork for a successful recovery.
Anyone who’s on the road to recovery can tell you that support is critical, especially during the first year after you get sober. Through our recovery support, we set you up with the tools you need for long-term success.
When you battle an addiction, one area that deserves close attention is trigger management. By identifying the circumstances that lead you to using, you can put a plan in place that will keep you on the road to recovery and better mental health.
As the opioid problem in the United States continues to claim nearly 130 lives a day, it’s hard to find good news in this dark world. But light does exist with treatments that help people fight back, including the game-changing Probuphine implant.
If you’re struggling with an alcohol or drug use disorder, the first step to freedom is often the hardest — quitting. To help ease your journey and provide you with the keys for long-term success, it’s paramount that you detox properly and safely.
If your loved one is recovering from addiction, it’s tough to figure out what, if any, role you should play in their recovery. The simple answer is that there are many ways you can lend support, and we review five of them here.
If you’re among the millions of Americans who struggle with an alcohol use disorder, explore how a simple monthly injection called Vivitrol®, can help you gain the upper hand on your alcohol use. Here’s what you need to know.
Opioid misuse is a national crisis, claiming four lives every hour in the United States. Thankfully, there are effective new treatments that address opioid use disorders, including Sublocade™, that help our patients reclaim their lives.
Almost two million people nationwide are in the grip of an opioid addiction and can’t get out. Suboxone® (buprenorphine and naloxone) is here to help them break the chains of their addiction - find out how.
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.