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  • Huffing and inhalant use in the military

    Ever heard of huffing? It’s the practice of getting high on inhaling chemical gases. If you’ve never witnessed huffing, just think “disoriented”. Imagine kids inhaling nitrous oxide from balloons, for example and/or from whipped cream cans ...

    ... has three chapters dedicated to substance abuse but not a mention of inhalants. With my cousin getting ready to ... sobriety. More in this comprehensive guide on Inhalants Addiction Treatment . —– Ready to seek help for ... continue reading

  • Can you get addicted to huffing?

    Yes. Huffing, or inhalant abuse, does have the potential to become addictive. For example, huffing military use is a problem for the U.S. Armed Forces. And huffing addiction includes characteristics of all addictions. Some huffers feel cravings or ...

    ... available! You can also learn more about inhalant addiction, available treatment options, and what you can do to ... not too late to find help. As with any substance abuse problem, the best place to start is by talking to ... continue reading

  • The Top 11 Countries with the Biggest Drug Problems

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: This article aims to identify the top 11 countries with the biggest drug issue and discover precisely why these countries are in this position. Through this, we can better educate ourselves and our communities in order to create a ...

    ... because of the lack of access Afghans have to proper treatment. When considering this with the amount of war that' ... and has been reportedly been abused in Slovakia. The danger in Slovakia's inhalant use has to do with ... continue reading
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  • Cocaine rehab treatment: What to expect?

    There are Better Ways Of Coping Are you looking to get out of drug dependence? Cocaine will never bring you to the euphoric high you felt when you first started using. In fact, cocaine quickly looses its charms and leaves people feeling: confused ...

    ... one to a minimum. You may also be asked to participate in family therapy while visiting someone in cocaine rehab treatment. It’s a good idea to participate in this therapy, as it gives you and your loved one a chance ... continue reading

  • Vicodin rehab treatment: What to expect?

    Change Is Possible With Treatment Are you struggling with Vicodin? You are not alone. In fact, Vicodin addiction treatment programs are designed to help you escape a compulsive cycle of drug abuse. Vicodin addiction often manifests as a loss of ...

    ... with Vicodin? You are not alone. In fact, Vicodin addiction treatment programs are designed to help you escape a compulsive cycle of drug abuse. Vicodin addiction often manifests as a loss of control and significant ... continue reading

  • Meth rehab treatment: What to expect?

    If you've made the decision to enter rehab…congratulations! Now what? Here, we review rehab processes from the intake interview to the exit interview and everything in between. Then, we invite your questions about getting treatment for meth ...

    ... short term effects of methamphetamine abuse NIDA: Research Reports on Meth: What is methamphetamine? NIDA: What is the scope of methamphetamine abuse in the United States? NIDA: What treatments are effective for meth ... continue reading

  • Crack rehab treatment: What to expect?

    Treatment = Starting Over Crack can take you away from your true self. Often, people who use crack find it difficult to recognize themselves in the mirror. In fact, drug abuse can turn you into someone you are not, taking away your money, career, ...

    ... to helping you head in the right direction. Reference Sources: Drug Abuse: How is cocaine addiction treated? Drug Abuse: Treatment Approaches for Drug Addiction NIH: Medicine Plus: Cocaine withdrawal Justice: Crack ... continue reading

  • How to Break the Cycle of Substance Abuse and Depression in Teens

    Treatment May Require an Overlap in Care There are many great residential treatment centers out there that treat teenagers with mental and emotional disorders, personality disorders and a myriad of conditions that make it difficult for them to cope ...

    ... people. The impact can be truly devastating. There are a select few residential treatment centers that treat teens for substance abuse. They’ve met strict guidelines and licensing requirements necessary for this form of ... continue reading

  • Ecstasy Addiction Treatment

    Ecstasy Addiction: A Real Problem With A Solution Ecstasy addiction is less likely in comparison to getting 'hooked' on more addictive substances such as cocaine or meth. However, laboratory studies have found that animals will self-administer the ...

    ... use ecstasy along with other drugs (including cocaine or marijuana) may especially benefit from treatment for poly-substance abuse. —– Is you ecstasy use becoming a problem? MDMA addiction is a treatable condition. Call ... continue reading

  • Drug Addiction Treatment – Acupressure

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Addiction is a complex, chronic brain disease that can be treated using acupressure. How does this alternative medicine help people who struggle with substance use disorders? We review here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Addiction And Brain ...

    ... Reference souses: NCBI: Efficacy of auricular acupressure as an adjuvant therapy in substance abuse treatment: a pilot study. NCBI: Contemporary acupressure therapy: Adroit cure for painless recovery of therapeutic ... continue reading

  • Spice Abuse

    Why Do People Abuse Spice? Reports from U.S. State Poison Control Centers indicate that mostly teens and young adults abuse Spice. Q: Why? A: One reason: To get high! The main reason so many people are turning to this drug is because Spice can mimic ...

    ... can be unpleasant, dangerous and even life-threatening. STAGE 3: Therapy + Counseling. Spice abuse treatment also includes psychotherapy and behavioral therapies, such as: Educational sessions Family, Individual, and ... continue reading

  • Crack Abuse

    I smoke on occasion… Is that crack abuse? You may not want to hear it: Yes. When you smoke cocaine, you are abusing the drug. Crack abuse can range from occasional to repeated or compulsive use, with a variety of patterns between these ...

    ... feel free to post it in the section comments below. We also welcome your questions regarding crack abuse, addiction, and treatment. We do our best to respond to all legitimate inquiries with a personal and prompt answer ... continue reading

  • Myths vs. Facts: The truth about medication assisted treatment for opioid addiction

    By Mark O'Brien, Senior Criminal Justice Policy Associate ARTICLE OVERVIEW: There are many misconceptions and myths about medications that treat strong addictions. This article presents the facts about buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. TABLE ...

    ... Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series, No. 43. published by the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. [8] Findings from Starting Treatment with Agonist Replacement Therapies (START), a study from the Journal of Studies on ... continue reading

  • Cocaine detox treatment

    Cocaine is one of the most frequently abused central nervous system stimulant. Individuals dependent on cocaine experience profound loss of control over stimulant intake, in response to the stimulation and disruption of endogenous reward centers. ...

    ... in the addicted person's life can become a conditioned trigger for craving and relapse. Treatment of stimulant abuse requires a comprehensive assessment of the patient's psychological, medical, forensic and drug use ... continue reading

  • Ecstasy Abuse

    Ecstasy abuse is not a raving beauty! Ecstasy or MDMA - 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine – is a synthetic, psychoactive drug known for its stimulant and hallucinogen effects. It has a high potential for abuse and no medical usefulness. So, if ...

    ... any questions? Please feel free to let us know if you have other additional questions about ecstasy abuse and its treatment. We'll be happy to respond to you personally and promptly. Reference Sources: SAMHSA: Ecstasy ... continue reading

  • Nicotine Abuse

    Nicotine is a Drug? Absolutely. Nicotine is a highly addictive chemical found in the Nicotiana tabacum plant. In fact, it is one of the hardest habits to quit! Why? Because regular use of nicotine changes the structure and function of the brain. ...

    ... -222-1222 for information on what to do. If symptoms have already begun, Call 911. Nicotine Abuse Treatment and Help MEDICATIONS 1.1. Non-nicotine medications There are multiple medications that your doctor can prescribe ... continue reading

  • Crystal meth detox treatment

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: During crystal meth detoxification, methamphetamine leaves the body and manifests a series of typical withdrawal symptoms. You can expect extreme fatigue, depression, and even hallucinations if you've been a heavy user. More on the ...

    ... Approaches NIDA: Withdrawal Symptoms In Abstinent Methamphetamine-Dependent Subjects SAMHSA: Detoxification And Substance Abuse Treatment US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE: Fast Facts: Crystal Methamphetamine NIDA FOR TEENS: The ... continue reading

  • How to recover from drug abuse? INTERVIEW with Allan Kehler

    Today we speak with Allan Kehler , a Canadian teacher, motivational speaker, and author of the book: Stepping out from the Shadows: A Guide to Understanding & Healing from Addictions . He is passionate about the areas of addictions, mental health, ...

    ... you have to first understand addiction. So, what are some of the most important things someone recovering from drug abuse needs to know? ALLAN KEHLER: I couldn’t agree with you more. It is impossible to address something ... continue reading

  • Prescription drug abuse can lead to teen heroin addiction

    Prescription drug abuse is on the rise and one of the fastest growing groups of abusers are teenagers. But, what most parents do not understand is how quickly teens turn to heroin when their supply of prescription medication runs out. Here, we'll ...

    ... found in the seedy parts of major urban cities. That reputation has been shattered by the prescription drug abuse epidemic in the United States. Heroin can now be found in practically every community regardless of size ... continue reading

  • Dealing with grief to prevent drug abuse and misuse

    Ways to cope with the loss of a parent The death of a parent is one of the most devastating things that can happen to you. No matter what your age is, when your mother or father dies, you are still that parents child. Everything your mother or ...

    ... and moral support and now they have to get by without that resource. Coping with death can help prevent substance abuse One of the hardest lessons in life is learning how to deal with emotional loss in healthy ways. Some ... continue reading

  • Zero tolerance for drug abuse: Lessons for families

    Zero tolerance: Families and drug addiction What position should your family take when it comes to drug use, abuse, and addiction? Here, we review why and how a zero tolerance for drug abuse can help you and your family. Then, we offer eight (8) ...

    ... for addiction can have great value for family members. It can allow loved ones to heal and stop being used and abused by an addict. Know when to let go After multiple attempts and failures at recovery, to let go of an ... continue reading

  • Intervention for teenage drug use or abuse: A How To Guide

    Need to stage a drug intervention with your teenager? No problem. If you’ve been asking, “ Is my child on drugs ?” and are ready to confront your teen about your concerns, just follow these simple tips to stage a planned, controlled and calm ...

    ... stage a formal intervention with your teenager, as they are much more intense, but if you have a history of drug abuse in your family, you just might have to do that further down the road. And you should be prepared for ... continue reading

  • Teen drug abuse statistics: Top 5 government sites

    Teenage drug abuse statistics 1. oas.samhsa.gov – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) reports directly to Congress (and gets money for addiction research from them). Little wonder that the National Survey on ...

    ... Health (NIH) and sponsors the annual Monitoring the Future (MFT) study, the go-to reference for teen drug abuse stats. Search the NIDA site for keywords “Monitoring the Future Survey” to find the report. If you have no ... continue reading

  • Teens and the difference between prescription drug use vs. abuse

    What’s the difference between therapeutic use of RX drugs and problem drug use? We review more here. The article includes statistics regarding the problem of teen prescription drug abuse, practical suggestions for parents, understanding the ...

    ... drug misuse A 2013 study, Monitoring the Future, indicated the severity of the problem of prescription drug misuse or abuse for teens. In 2013, 4.6% of teens from 12 to 17 misused prescription drugs. For older teens and ... continue reading

  • How is Spice abused?

    Spice (a.k.a. K2 or synthetic fake marijuana) can be found in local shops and gas stations as a “herbal incense”, “potpourri” or “batch salts” labeled “not for human consumption”. While manufacturers try to slide under the radar, the ...

    ... mean that your body has become tolerant as a result of too much use. Some other signsthat point to Spice abuse and could suggest a Spice addiction include: cravings for Spice feeling unwell when the dose is low or when ... continue reading

  • How is meth abused?

    Methamphetamine — a potent and highly addictive stimulant — abuse remains an extremely serious problem in the United States. But the consequences of methamphetamine abuse are terrible for the individual: psychological medical social …these ...

    ... : psychological medical social …these side effects can ruin a meth addict’s life. The good news is that drug abuse can be prevented. Also, addiction to meth can be treated. More here on illicit meth or Methedrine (legal ... continue reading

  • How is heroin abused?

    People who use heroin do so for recreational purposes or because they are physically dependent or psychologically addicted to the illicit drug. Still, the primary way heroin is abused is injecting heroin because this is the fastest route of ...

    ... who use heroin do so for recreational purpose or because they are addicted to the drug. Further, when you abuse heroin, you can develop a quick dependency and/or high opiate tolerance. And the more you continue to use ... continue reading

  • Is drug abuse grounds for a Christian divorce?

    Is Drug Abuse Grounds for a Christian Divorce? I decided to follow my heart, experience, and understanding concerning this very difficult topic. There are many scriptures that support a wide variety of answers to this question, but as Christians, I ...

    ... love of Christ and move on with her life outside the chaos of her first husband’s addiction and abuse. She stayed trapped in an abusive marriage thinking God would judge her forever. She exposed her daughter and self ... continue reading

  • New drug addiction treatment ideas: iPhone apps

    Is the iPhone a recovery tool? Well, it can be. Just like any other piece of software, the iPhone is as helpful to you as it meets your needs. So what are the needs of an addict or alcoholic in recovery? I talked with Dr. David Sack, from Promises ...

    ... what are the needs of an addict or alcoholic in recovery? I talked with Dr. David Sack, from Promises Treatment Center in CA about this very issue. Their new iPromises iPhone app was created to address the very specific ... continue reading

  • Nicotine withdrawal treatment

    Why not make quitting nicotine easier? You can! Although most nicotine users quit on their own, many treatments have been PROVEN to be effective for people who want to quit nicotine for good. We take a look at the common and frequently recommended ...

    Why not make quitting nicotine easier? You can! Although most nicotine users quit on their own, many treatments have been PROVEN to be effective for people who want to quit nicotine for good. We take a look at the common ... continue reading

  • The effects of methadone treatment during pregnancy

    Methadone and pregnancy: stop treatment or not? Since 1998, the National Institutes of Health has recommended methadone maintenance as the standard of care for the opioid-dependent pregnant woman. We now have forty years of studies of ...

    ... not prescribed to them) if they are taken off methadone. We also know that women enrolled in a methadone treatment program are much more likely to get prenatal care, and babies born to moms on methadone have higher birth ... continue reading

  • Methadone 60mg: the blocking dose for heroin treatment

    M ethadone dosing treatment In the past, methadone clinics mistakenly tried to keep the methadone dose of their patients as low as possible, and rarely went above sixty or seventy milligrams per day. Since that time, multiple studies have shown that ...

    ... so that patients get the maximum benefit. Like chemotherapy, if a patient is going to use methadone as a treatment, they need to take enough for it to be effective. Not understanding the optimum doses for methadone, many ... continue reading

  • Safe Detox Treatments for Heroin

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Safe detox treatments should be administered by trained, medical professionals. For example, medications such as clonidine, buprenorphine, methadone, and lofexidine can be prescribed to ease symptoms of withdrawal. Rapid opiate ...

    ... use and to increase skills in coping with various life stressors. An important task is to match the best treatment approach to meet the particular needs of the person. Rapid Opiate Detox Q: Is rapid heroin detox safe? A ... continue reading

  • Heroin Withdrawal Treatment: How to Treat Heroin Withdrawal

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Your body goes through a lot when it withdraws from heroin. Detox will impact you physically and mentally. In fact, heroin withdrawal symptoms treatment can be difficult, making it difficult to stay clean. This article reviews ...

    ... replace heroin as a substitute therapy for it is a longer acting medication. It has been the most common treatment, which is monitored and regulated by a clinician. Naloxone: A drug used to counter the effects of opiate ... continue reading

  • Methadone treatment guideline in opiate addiction-is longer better?

    M ethadone treatment for opiate addiction The longer patients are retained in methadone treatment, the less illicit opioids they use. Studies show that at six months or more of treatment, heroin use in patients drops from ninety-seven percent to ...

    ... , eighty-two percent injected heroin within 1 year. Therefore, we know that longer treatment is better than shorter treatment. More on methadone pills 60 mg More on side effects methadone Methadone maintenance discussion ... continue reading

  • Heroin Addiction Treatment

    What is heroin addiction? Heroin addiction is defined as the continued use of heroin despite negative life consequences to health, social, or work patterns. Because heroin is rapid-acting, it is one of the most habit-forming drugs on the planet. ...

    ... great addictive potential, people from all walks of life who abuse heroin can become addicted to its effects. To sum up ... family, and spending time with new ‘friends’ Treatment for heroin addiction You cannot quit heroin by ... continue reading

  • Marijuana Abuse

    Abuse of marijuana Marijuana does have potential medical use for conditions like for chronic pain caused by cancer, surgery and neuropathic conditions like fibromyalgia, and to control spasm symptoms caused by multiple sclerosis, and to improve ...

    ... want to quit may require medical marijuana detox as well as a structured marijuana addiction treatment . Risks of marijuana abuse Abusing marijuana can be a threat to your life. The mind and perception-altering effects ... continue reading

  • Crack detox treatment

    Do you or a loved one feel like crack has taken a hold of your life? Do you need more and more of the drug each time you use, or do you simply feel as if you cannot go without it? The good news is that there are effective methods to treat crack ...

    ... , feel free to post your questions about detox treatment and/or share your own experience about treating crack ... a medical professional. While your determination to quit abusing stimulants for good can be pretty strong, ... continue reading

  • Risks of Drug Abuse in Developing Asia | Can We Help?

    TABLE OF CONTENTS: Geopolitics and Austerity Risk Factors Profiles of Drug Users What Asia Needs Supervised Injection Sites General Takeaways Your Comments A Lack of Funding or Geopolitics? Understanding drug abuse in developing Asian countries is a ...

    ... often meant to think about drug users . Rather, drug abuse is both a social and practical problem. Drug use in developing ... share their resources for HIV/AIDS treatment strategies, including making testing protocols more ... continue reading

  • Can Bullying Lead to Drug Abuse? Yes!

    What Every Parent Should Know Bullying is a major topic in the news today, and the influence of technology has caused what used to be a schoolyard problem to turn into one that sends shockwaves through the world. Now that photos and videos can be ...

    ... their pain. Parents must also be aware that drug abuse can happen with prescription medications if a teenager decides to ... peer influences is a major component of treatment programs for teens experiencing a drug problem. ... continue reading

  • Nicotine Addiction Treatment

    Is Nicotine Addictive? YES! Nicotine administration, via any route, can produce psychoactive effects, mood alterations, positive reinforcement, and eventually addiction. However, tobacco smoke inhalation is the fastest and the most efficient method ...

    ... of nicotine addiction, it's signs and symptoms, and effective treatment methods. At the end, we welcome you to send us ... a day? 4. Do you continue smoke/ abuse nicotine products despite being aware of health risks? 5 ... continue reading

  • Courts and medication assisted treatment: Your legal rights

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: The evidence of Medication assisted treatment for opioid addiction effectiveness in decreasing illicit drug use, overdose, infectious disease transmission, and crime is overwhelming. Despite this, some people are forced off their ...

    ... your medical doctor or psychologist can help. Ask your treatment providers to write a letter. If you have a prescribing ... You can find a list of SAMHSA listed substance abuse programs here. Ask if they will contact the ... continue reading

  • The stigma of drug abuse among nurses

    The disease of drug addiction among nurses Addiction has an incredible power to lead people to do things that are so out of line with their normal behavior. If a nurse doesn't have a good support system and effective ways to cope with the stressors, ...

    ... help instead of jail If a person is charged with a violation that stems from substance abuse, they are thrown into jail with no treatment. Addiction is a disease and it needs treated. If you put a person in jail and ... continue reading

  • Free adult Christian drug rehab treatment centers

    Secular or Christian? Most drug treatment centers follow certain addiction treatment guidelines established by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). We list the most commonly recommended treatment therapies below. But how do you know if a ...

    ... program philosophy, as well. Following is a list of possible treatment options that the APA suggests as interventions for drug abuse and practices that psychiatrists, medical doctors, addiction counselors and other ... continue reading

  • Can dolophine and methadone reduce heroin abuse?

    Discussing methadone (the generic name for opioid brands methadose, phy and dolophine) can be controversial. However, Dr. Jana Burson is a clinical physician who works with opiate addicts…and has found that when administered correctly, methadone ...

    ... the use of methadone for heroin and opiate addiction. Do the common side effects of methadone treatment outweight the benefits of clincial prescription of methadone. And if the use of drugs like methadone, methadose ... continue reading

  • Principles of drug addiction treatment

    I recently spoke with Dr. David Sack, a really smart man. As a psychiatrist with a history of clinical and research experience, Dr. Sack seems to know addiction: inside and out. It’s by no means an exaggeration that I think him a modern thought ...

    ... addiction also experience repeated failure to reduce drug use, and/or multiple drugs of abuse…so that the group that gets to residential treatment usually has a lot of problems. In other words, their world is crashing ... continue reading

  • Crack Addiction Treatment

    Straight Addiction Crack cocaine brings an euphoric feelings of an extreme high. In fact, getting high on crack can make you feel like you are the strongest and most beautiful person in the world. Some users even claim that they cannot explain what ...

    ... methods to cope with stress, communicate with the person abusing crack in a productive way, avoid enabling behaviors, and encourage them to enter treatment. Treatment Crack is an extremely addictive substance. You have ... continue reading

  • Morphine Addiction Treatment

    What Is Morphine Addiction? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V), addiction related to morphine can be defined as: The use of morphine that results in recurrent failure to meet obligations at work, school, ...

    ... . Who Gets Addicted To Morphine? Anyone who abuses morphine or who uses morphine for euphoric effect ... with trauma, emotions, and life. This is why addiction treatment for morphine aims to get you safely off the drug, ... continue reading

  • Oxycodone rehab treatment: What to expect?

    Quit Oxycodone Safely A good rehab program is essential to overcoming addiction. Once the immediate physical symptoms of withdrawal have passed, you need behavioral therapy to keep from using again. In this article, we’ll review what you can ...

    ... loved one and see the progress that they've made while in treatment. On the other hand, however, it can be hard to see ... – Questions and Answers NIH: Misuse of Prescription Drugs NIH: What is Prescription Drug Abuse? continue reading

  • How is marijuana abused?

    Marijuana is the most commonly abused psychoactive drug in the United States. As a dry, shredded mix of the flowers, stems, and leaves of the hemp plant cannabis sativa, marijuana is usually smoked. However, smoked marijuana can cause respiratory ...

    ... kinds of side effects does it cause and how can you identify abuse? And what does it take to help a marijuana addict get treatment?We answer these questions here, and invite your comments or questions about marijuana ... continue reading

  • Physician substance abuse: INTERVIEW with Dr. Neal Gray

    Substance abuse occurs among physicians, just as in any profession. But what are some of the unique problems that doctors face when seeking recovery from addiction? And how can the system support physicians who are in need of help? Today, we speak ...

    ... and family. Denial is a matter of survival to the impaired until they realize that continued abuse guarantees these losses and treatment and recovery are the only hope. ADDICTION BLOG: How should the licensing process be ... continue reading

  • Marijuana rehab treatment: What to expect?

    Treatment Can Change Your Life Many people view rehab as a failure. To them, attending rehab is shameful and is a way of admitting defeat. We’d like to challenge this outlook as 100% wrong. In order to change your life, you have to work on ...

    ... take off the stress of going down the road alone, Beginning Marijuana Treatment: What To Expect? Marijuana is one of the most commonly abused illegal substances in the United States. Until recently, it was believed that ... continue reading

  • Marijuana Addiction Treatment

    What is marijuana addiction? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV, addiction is the continued use of marijuana despite adverse effects, even at the cost broken relationships and giving up on social, occupational ...

    ... parents I need help, and they helped me check in at the treatment center. I have not used pot since and it resulted to vast improvement ... signs and symptoms of marijuana abuse: Using marijuana in dangerous situations ... continue reading

  • Heroin Rehab Treatment: What to Expect?

    Rebuild A Connection With Yourself Heroin transforms people's lives in the worst possible way. The drug makes a person unrecognizable to friends, family, and even to themselves. Heroin drives people to behave criminally or to do anything at all to ...

    ... and getting them on the path to a better life. Reference Sources: NIH: What are the treatments for heroin addiction? Drug Abuse: What is heroin and how is it used? Drug Abuse: What effects does heroin have on the body? continue reading

  • Amphetamine rehab treatment: What to expect?

    Amphetamine Rehab Works In is quite normal to be nervous about quitting speed. After all, you don’t know what’s coming, but you do know that you’ll go through an important transformation. The good news is that entering a structured rehab ...

    ... work hard to address them as soon as possible. Reference Sources: Sobriety: Post-Treatment Exit Plans Drug Abuse: Stimulant ADHD Medications: Methylphenidate and Amphetamines U.S. Depertment of Veterans Affairs: Health ... continue reading

  • Crystal Meth Addiction Treatment

    Crystal Meth Problems are Medical in Nature Crystal methamphetamine - or crystal meth - is the illicit, crystalline form of methamphetamine. Meth is a powerful central nervous stimulant with highly addictive properties. When you smoke the ...

    ... and difficult, most people relapse back to use. Statistics say that 93% of those in traditional treatment return to abusing the drug. Crystal Meth Addiction Signs Addiction to a drug such as crystal meth cannot go ... continue reading

  • Meth Addiction Treatment

    Is Meth Dangerous or Addictive? Yes! Meth - methamphetamin e - is one of the most harmful and destructive drugs of our time. It has a strong addiction potential. In fact, continued use can have a seriously negative impact on your life. Some of the ...

    ... signals of meth addiction. Then, we'll describe main treatments and what you can expect if you seek help. ... have to face my emotions, and my memories of the abuse grows clearer every day. Every time I relapse, I put ... continue reading

  • Spice Addiction Treatment

    Spice Addiction Is Real! Is Spice addictive? Absolutely. Still, Spice – a brand name for synthetic marijuana - is marketed as a safe, natural and legal alternative for marijuana. It is still being sold as herbal incense. However, Spice isn't ...

    ... someone close to you is experiencing a Spice abuse problem…don't wait to get them professional ... the main stages of the process used by all reputable treatment centers and provide the necessary details about what you can ... continue reading

  • Meth Withdrawal Treatment: How to Treat Meth Withdrawal

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: If you've used meth regularly for more than a few weeks, your brain chemistry changes. Have you wondered how to quit meth and reverse this damage? We review what causes these brain changes and how you can treat meth withdrawal ...

    ... repeat the behavior. This National Institute on Drug Abuse Research Report on Meth states that the most popular ... the first week of detox. Get Personalized Addiction Treatment Text Support Receive 24/7 text support right ... continue reading

  • Kratom addiction: signs and symptoms of Kratom abuse

    Kratom use vs. Kratom abuse Kratom addiction is a very real possibility for those who abuse it. I say “ abuse “, but in the West, where Kratom has no established medical usage, any use of Mitragynia Speciosa, at least in the eyes of the great ...

    ... . In South-East Asia, however, where Kratom has a long history as a treatment for diarrhea, opiate addiction and pain, abuse is seen as the excessive use of Kratom in order to benefit from its stimulant/euphoric effects ... continue reading

  • Biofeedback as a tool for substance abuse cessation

    Biofeedback Basics Biofeedback. Quantitative EEG. ERP. Cognitive-behavioral treatment. For years, medical professionals have used biofeedback treatments to teach people to recognize how their bodies are functioning and to control patterns of ...

    ... or in combination with beta training for stimulant and mixed substance abuse and combined with residential treatment programs, is probably efficacious. Treatment approaches that have been evaluated and shown to produce ... continue reading

  • Heroin Abuse

    What is abuse of heroin? Abuse of heroin happens when the use of the drug is already done to the point of causing damage to all aspects of life and relationships. Furthermore, heroin abuse can wreak havoc to your health and can result to untimely ...

    ... problems, and can help you during recovery and heroin addiction treatment . Sources of help for heroin abuse include: 1. Heroin addiction treatment centers – These facilities have the equipment, specialists and the ... continue reading

  • Heroin and Pregnancy: Complications and Treatments

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Heroin addiction during pregnancy is associated with several significant medical and obstetrical complications and may result in both acute and chronic abnormalities. There are treatments that can help heroin addicts; however there ...

    ... weekly report (MMWR): Incidence of neonatal abstinence abuse MedlinePlus: Pregnancy and Substance Abuse MedlinePlus: Neonatal abstinence syndrome NCBI: Buprenorphine VS methadone treatment: A review of evidence in both ... continue reading

  • Crystal Meth Abuse

    Does experimentation = abuse? Absolutely! Methamphetamine (or meth) has limited medical uses. The medication has very limited use in the treatment of obesity and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, the crystal form of ...

    ... and symptoms true for you or someone close to you? It may be time to quit abusing crystal meth! In fact, the sooner you seek out treatment - the better your chances of making a full recovery. So why wait? Talking to a ... continue reading

  • Meth Abuse

    Does experimentation = meth abuse Yes. You may abuse meth for the first time because you are curious about its effects and want to experiment. Or, you may be regularly abusing meth due to its effects of euphoria, increased sense of focus and energy, ...

    ... , but have also relapsed many times, or suffer from multi-drug addiction. Drug abuse questions Find out more about abuse, methamphetamine addiction treatment , and more by exploring the content of our site. We invite you ... continue reading

  • The questionable future and history of ecstasy (MDMA) abuse

    Ecstasy is the textbook example of just how wrong drugs can go. Created in labs of pharmaceutical giant Merck and then outlawed, ecstasy has become the potpourri of the illicit drug world. So, where did it all get started? And when did it gain ...

    Ecstasy is the textbook example of just how wrong drugs can go. Created in labs of pharmaceutical giant Merck and then outlawed, ecstasy has become the potpourri of the illicit drug world. So, where did it all get ... continue reading

  • Here's What Parents Should Know About Teen Crack Cocaine Use

    Causes of Teen Crack Cocaine Use As teens slowly approach adulthood, most of them are exploring and learning more about themselves. While there are many teens who choose to cultivate a sense of self in healthy ways, others decide to experiment and ...

    ... to a study performed by the National Institute of Drug Abuse , teens are more prone to engage in risky behavior ... if you notice symptoms of crack cocaine use. With drug abuse treatment, your teen can go on to live a happy, ... continue reading

  • How to stop taking opiates?

    Overcoming an opiate addiction is not easy, but it is possible! When deciding to how/when/why to quit using opiates… you should definitely consult a doctor since there are recommended methods to quit, and some risky and ineffective ones. In fact, ...

    ... or methadone that help trick your body into thinking that the previously abused opiate is still present in your system. 3. Professional treatment with a therapist specializing in addiction. 4. Opiate addiction support ... continue reading

  • Rehab crystal meth addiction: When to choose inpatient vs. outpatient

    Crystal methamphetamine is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant, and a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act. You can get ‘hooked’ on crystal meth quickly and then it is difficult to come off it without the help of ...

    ... up to 1-2 years after initial detox. 2. The second difference is related to the costs of treatment What are the costs of crystal meth addiction rehab? Inpatient crystal meth rehabs are always more expensive due to ... continue reading

  • Crystal meth rehab cost

    Searching for a rehab within your budget can feel overwhelming. While rehab can cost thousands of dollars, there are ways that you can lower costs. Here, we will give you an overview of what to expect from a crystal meth rehab , how much it costs ...

    ... ” policy, so that clients are always changing. There will always be someone in a different phase of treatment that you can learn from. When talking about an inpatient setting, crystal meth rehab is very structured, and ... continue reading

  • Cocaine rehab cost

    Ready to go to rehab and face a cocaine problem? Good for you! You’re joining millions of people who have done the same and gone before you. More good news… cocaine rehab programs offer a variety of residential, detox, and outpatient treatment ...

    ... usually involves an inpatient stay of a few days to a week in a detox clinic. Cocaine withdrawal treatment does not include medications, but usually involves a lot of rest and emotional support. Sub-acute withdrawal is ... continue reading

  • Signs and symptoms of pseudoephedrine addiction

    Pseudoephedrine addiction signs are physical, emotional, and/or behavioral. We review signs of pseudoephedrine addiction here and invite your questions about treating pseudoephedrine addiction at the end. We try to answer all questions personally ...

    ... gather together to confront the person about the consequences of addiction and ask him or her to accept treatment. This process is not about judging but highlighting and supporting people with addiction to get help. It’s ... continue reading

  • How to withdraw from meth

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Meth (methamphetamine) is extremely habit forming and it takes persistence and dedication to withdraw from meth. We review here how does meth work in the body, what's the best way to withdraw from meth, how can you find meth ...

    ... you'd like to share, feel free to leave a comment as well. REFERENCE SOURCES: NIDA: Methamphetamine Abuse And Addictio n PUBMED: The Nature, Time Course And Severity Of Methamphetamine Withdrawal SAMHSA: Tip 45 Clinician ... continue reading

  • Cold turkey heroin

    Going cold turkey heroin? Heroin is a highly addictive drug that is processed from morphine, a depressant that inhibits the central nervous system. In fact, heroin addictive the first time you use it because how heroin works in the body is basically ...

    ... try to respond to all questions in a timely manner. Reference sources: SAMHSA TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders National Center for Biotechnology Information: Physical harm due to ... continue reading

  • How to treat methadone addiction

    Need help to treat addiction to methadone? How methadone works in the brain is similar to how heroin works in the brain. So, depending on dose amount and frequency, methadone can be addictive . But what is methadone addiction as opposed to physical ...

    ... ? In this article we cover how you can recognize the problem, how to seek help, and what treatment options are recommended for addressing methadone addiction. Plus, we invite you to send us your questions about methadone ... continue reading

  • What is marijuana withdrawal?

    Does marijuana withdrawal really occur? Yes. In fact, marijuana withdrawal is a well documented medical condition. What are symptoms of marijuana withdrawal and what can be done about them? We review here. Then, we invite your questions about ...

    ... in the right direction. Reference Sources: Cannabis Factsheet - NSW Department of Health NCBI: Pharmacological Treatment of Cannabis Dependence NCBI: Diagnostic criteria for cannabis withdrawal syndrome SAMHSA KAP Tool ... continue reading

  • What are marijuana withdrawal symptoms?

    Marijuana (active ingredient THC) is one of the most commonly abused illicit drugs in the country. While most people do not believe in the addictive properties of marijuana , THC can be psychologically addictive. And not surprisingly, many people ...

    ... ingredient THC) is one of the most commonly abused illicit drugs in the country. While most people do ... days to a few weeks. Marijuana withdrawal symptom treatment Marijuana withdrawal symptoms, while not dangerous, can ... continue reading

  • Heroin Detox

    Do you feel ready to get help for heroin dependence ? Detoxification is just step one in heroin addiction treatment . However, detox is a crucial point of the journey towards addiction recovery. Here, we review the methods and protocols of heroin ...

    ... ? Detoxification is just step one in heroin addiction treatment . However, detox is a crucial point of the ... medications and behavioral therapies can help people who abuse heroin to return to their stable and productive ... continue reading

  • How to withdraw from ecstasy

    People think of ecstasy as a party drug and consider it innocuous in comparison with other drugs which are more harmful and addictive. But ecstasy can be addictive, too. In fact, chronic use of ecstasy can impair memory, increase chances of clinical ...

    ... to all your questions in the comments section below. Reference Sources: SAMHSA: Detox and Substance Abuse Treatment NIH: Drug Facts (Ecstasy) NCBI: Memory Impairment on Withdrawal From MDMA (Ecstasy) NHTSA: Ecstasy / ... continue reading

  • What is meth withdrawal?

    Using meth is dangerous an addictive. In fact, smoking, injecting, or snorting methamphetamine is one of the most difficult habits to kick. One of the worst parts of this journey is surviving the withdrawal. However, making it through meth ...

    ... . Reference Sources: NIDA: Methamphetamine Abuse and Addiction PubMed: The nature, time course and severity of methamphetamine withdrawal Illinois Attorney General - Treatment for Meth Addiction SAMHSA: Detoxification ... continue reading

  • What is ecstasy withdrawal?

    More than half of those who use ecstasy report withdrawal symptoms after the high. Why? Because ecstasy targets many of the brain’s neurotransmitters, flooding them with serotonin and then leaving a deficit. In fact, ecstasy stays in your system ...

    ... bringing about behavior change and helping them handle life stresses are the principal aims of ecstasy abuse treatment. Speak to a sober friend, develop healthy coping mechanisms and avoid people and places that trigger ... continue reading

  • Is It Hard to Quit Meth?

    ARTICLE SUMMARY: Yes, it is difficult to quit meth. However, professional help can make the process more manageable. This article reviews the common side effects and dangers of quitting. Finally, you’ll learn about the best and safest practices ...

    ... has been categorized as a drug with a high potential for abuse and limited medical use. So, why is this drug so ... professionals that will guide your during all stages of treatment. Here is how you can get off of meth ... continue reading

  • Does meth show up on drug tests?

    Meth drug testing is a technical analysis of biological specimen done to detect the presence of methamphetamine metabolites in the person's body using the following samples: blood hair follicle oral fluid (saliva) urine Meth shows up on most ...

    ... ; employers use them to make hiring decisions; and alcohol and drug abuse treatment programs use tests to assess whether a person is complying with the treatment plan, or not. In fact, testing is often the first step ... continue reading

  • Heroin detox timeline: How long to detox from heroin?

    What are detox from heroin symptoms and how long will they last? The intensity, duration, and resolution or heroin withdrawal symptoms are dependent on age, usage amount and length of use. For example, older people who have been using higher doses ...

    ... : Resources about addiction and recovery Information about our treatment process Reference Sources: Substance Abuse Treatment ADVISORY NIDA DrugFacts: Treatment Approaches for Drug Addiction NIDA Principles of Drug ... continue reading

  • How to withdraw from crack

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW: Crack is one of the most addictive drugs available. So if you're looking to quit crack, you've come to the right place. Here, you will learn more about crack cocaine addiction, available treatment options, and what you can do to ...

    ... the discussion below. Reference Sources: NCBI: Cocaine And Psychiatric Symptoms NIDA: Essence Of Drug Addiction CHCE: Textbook Of Substance Abuse Treatment (Excerpt) NCBI: Cognitive Impairment In Acute Cocaine Withdrawal continue reading

  • Help for nicotine addiction

    Nicotine addiction help Once formed, nicotine addiction is one of the hardest habits to kick. So what can you do in order to start treating nicotine addiction ? How can you help a loved one get nicotine addiction help? Here, we go over practical ...

    ... and try talking them into getting help through a treatment program. Getting help now can help reduce their ... Reference sources: NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse: Tobacco Addiction (Nicotine) MedlinePlus: Nicotine and ... continue reading

  • Meth Withdrawal

    Withdrawal is a Chemical Re-Balance Methamphetamine is a very addictive drug. If you use it more that several times in a row, your body is very likely to start craving the high. After a period of regular dosing, you can quickly become meth-dependent ...

    ... cause very unpleasant withdrawal. Even occasional meth abuse can easily turn into full-blown addiction. ... ? Relapse is a risk before and after methamphetamine addiction treatment . In fact, many people who try to quit ... continue reading

  • Ecstasy Dependence

    MDMA Dependence Is Real Ecstasy is generally through to be non-addictive. However, ecstasy does have a dependence potential….especially in those who use ecstasy more frequently, and in greater amounts. Do you suspect you’re physically dependent ...

    ... or hypertension, must be given medical attention before ecstasy abuse treatment can begin. STEP 2. Medical Ecstasy Detoxification . The next step in ecstasy dependence treatment is detox. In order to clear your body of ... continue reading

  • Crack detox timeline: How long to detox from crack?

    Are you or a loved one using crack? Do you wonder how to quit? You’re in the right place. To begin, you’ll need to remove cocaine from your body. But how long does crack detox typically last? What happens during the process? For more info on the ...

    ... However, it has been estimated that two-thirds of relapse in drug abuse cases takes place within 3 months post-treatment. Further, the treatment of protracted withdrawal symptoms (PAWS) should not be disregarded as this ... continue reading

  • What is crack withdrawal?

    Physical or mental dependence on crack develops very quickly ,as it is one of the most addictive forms of cocaine (itself a highly addictive recreational drug). Consequently, the withdrawal symptoms associated with crack can be as acute and include ...

    ... you with the answers that you need. Reference Sources: SAMHSA: Detox and Substance Abuse Treatment NIH/NIDA: Understanding drug abuse and addiction NIDA: Drugs: Brain, behavior, science and addiction NCBI: Crack Cocaine ... continue reading

  • Nicotine Dependence

    Are You Nicotine Dependent? You are not alone. Here, we hope to educate you about what causes dependence and why it’s so difficult to quit smoking once you’re addicted. We’ll answer questions like: What exactly is nicotine dependence? How is ...

    ... Mayo Clinic: Nicotine dependence SAMHSA: Nicotine Dependence among Persons Who Received Substance Use Treatment New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services: Nicotine Dependence and Smoking Cessation continue reading

  • How to help a marijuana addict

    Is someone close to you addicted to marijuana? Are you perhaps an addict yourself? The good news is, there are effective treatments available to you which help address marijuana addiction . In this article, we address the steps you can take for ...

    ... queries. Reference sources: NCBI: A Randomized Trial of Contingency Management for Adolescent Marijuana Abuse and Dependence NCBI: Marijuana Dependence and Its Treatment NIH: Evidence Based Approaches to Drug Addiction ... continue reading

  • What is cocaine used for?

    Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant drug that speeds up your whole body. You may feel full of energy, happy, and excited when using cocaine. But after cocaine’s duration of action wears off, your mood can change. You can become angry, ...

    ... to assess the neurobiological, social, and medical aspects of the patient’s drug abuse. Treatment options for cocaine dependence generally include: Detoxification Individual counselling Group therapy Presently, there ... continue reading

  • Rehab for ecstasy

    Problem with Ecstasy? Rehab Can Help! Although it's perceived as a non-addictive drug, ecstasy can lead to many life pr0blems. In fact, let’s just debunk the myth up front: Addiction to ecstasy is possible . The good news is that drug problems ...

    ... treated for mental or emotional illnesses at the same time as they undergo substance abuse treatment, for instance. Psychological treatments like Cognitive Behavior Therapy can also be used to help addicts learn coping ... continue reading

  • Crystal meth rehabilitation: How long?

    Ready for a change? Are you facing a problem with crystal meth? Feeling intimidated while seeking treatment? Don’t be. The real harm can happen if you stay addicted. So, if you’re facing: Criminal or legal charges Financial problems Relationship ...

    ... below. We'll do our best to give you a timely answer. If necessary, we'll refer you to someone who can help. Reference Sources: Drug Abuse: Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment: A Research-Based Guide (Third Edition) continue reading

  • Detox from cocaine

    Are you ready to detox from cocaine? Here, we review common symptoms, the duration of cocaine withdrawal, and possible treatments. Then, we invite your questions about the process of finding help with cocaine withdrawal at the end. We try to respond ...

    ... thoughts Psychological and emotional support An active rehabilitative approach that combines entry into substance abuse treatment with support, education, and changes in lifestyle Detoxing from cocaine time Although the ... continue reading

  • Help for morphine addiction

    Morphine is an opiate derived from the poppy plant, a very strong painkiller that relieves pain by directly affecting the central nervous system. In fact, morphine is one of the most addictive prescription medications available because of its high ...

    ... National Institute on Drug Abuse: Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction MedlinePlus: Opiate withdrawal Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction in Opioid Treatment Programs. Chapter 3. Pharmacology ... continue reading

  • Signs and symptoms of opiate addiction

    The first step toward treatment of opiate addiction is recognizing its signs and symptoms. Treatment for opiate addiction begins with a clinical diagnosis, which is usually performed by a qualified health professional. Learn more about the signs and ...

    ... you and answer any questions or problems you may have. Reference Sources: SAMHSA: Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction NCBI: The Many Victims of Substance Abuse DOI: Opiates Signs and Symptoms Fact Sheets continue reading

  • How Long Does Crack Stay In Your System?

    ARTICLE OVERVIEW : Crack can be detected for days to weeks after use. Learn more about crack drug detection tests, standard metabolism, and drug addiction potential here. We welcome your questions at the end. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Taking Crack Main ...

    ... to tamper with. Urine: This test is the most commonly used monitoring technique in substance abuse treatment programs. There are two categories of urine tests available screening and confirmatory tests: • Screening tests ... continue reading

  • Help for ecstasy addiction

    Ecstasy is slang for a drug known as methylenedioxymethamphetamine, or MDMA for short. While many users may deny the habit forming potential of ecstasy, ecstasy can be psychologically and physically addictive. In fact, ecstasy addictive qualities ...

    ... right help for ecstasy addiction is crucial during process of seeking treatment. You can contact 1-800-662-HELP (4357) to ... Institute on Drug Abuse: Drug Facts MDMA (Ecstasy) SAMHSA Substance Abuse and Mental Health ... continue reading
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