Vicodin Addiction
Addiction

Vicodin Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment

Vicodin (hydrocodone) is one of the most widely abused prescription painkillers in the United States. It is commonly prescribed to help treat moderate to severe pain, such as what would be experienced after a surgical procedure or injury. While Vicodin is highly effective in treating pain when taken as prescribed,

Faith-Based Rehab
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What to Expect During Faith-Based Rehab

There is no debating that addiction is undoubtedly one of the most complex, destructive diseases in existence. However, while addiction is not a curable disease, it can be treated.  Addiction treatment is most effective when it includes evidence-based therapies and medications (if applicable). Treatment centers throughout the United States practice

Alternative Addiction Treatment
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The Benefits of Alternative Addiction Treatment

For decades, professional addiction treatment services (such as those offered in traditional inpatient and outpatient programs) have been highly effective for those looking to recover from an active substance use disorder. These services, including evidence-based treatments and therapies, are still just as effective today and continue to help save the

Opiate Withdrawal Timeline
Addiction

Opiate Withdrawal Timeline

Heroin, morphine, codeine, and opium are all classified as opiates. Opiates are different from opioids, as they are naturally occurring and derived directly from the poppy plant. Opioids, like oxycodone, hydrocodone, and fentanyl are either semi-synthetic or fully synthetic. This means that they are able to produce the same effects

alcoholic son
Family Support

How To Deal With An Alcoholic Son

For countless people, having children is one of the greatest joys of their entire life. The love a parent has for their child is arguably one of the most powerful emotions known to man. No matter what the challenge may be, most parents can see past the tough times because

can a marriage survive drug addiction
Addiction

Can A Marriage Survive Drug Addiction?

There are several reasons why almost half of all marriages end in divorce. From marrying too young or falling out of love to infidelity or unresolved resentment, not all marriages can survive the trials and tribulations that life brings. Can a marriage survive drug addiction? While painful, sometimes getting a

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Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline

More than 15 million Americans are clinically addicted to alcohol, meaning that if they were to suddenly stop drinking, they would likely experience some level of withdrawal. When struggling with a substance use disorder, any obstacle (no matter how small it is) can drive a person to keep drinking as

rehab without insurance
Treatment & Rehab

Options for Rehab without Insurance

Your addiction has become so unmanageable that you know if you keep going down this road, you will reach a dead end and fast. But, you have finally gotten to a place where you are ready to reach out and ask for help. This is an amazing accomplishment in itself!

woman in meth rehab
Addiction

5 Signs Your Loved One Needs Meth Rehab

Meth, which is also referred to as “trash,” is made up of several toxic chemicals that can be easily bought at local hardware stores and pharmacies. With a pseudoephedrine base, meth produces an energetic high that can be so euphoric that it keeps people coming back for more. Unfortunately, abusing

gender-specific treatment
Treatment & Rehab

Check Benefits of Gender-Specific Treatment for Substance Abuse

Addiction is a disease that does not discriminate based on age, sexual orientation, race, or gender. It is a disease that has both biological and environmental elements that affect people of all kinds in many similar and different ways. Oftentimes, gender-specific treatment is necessary to address specific needs. When it

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