Coronavirus has instigated changes throughout most aspects of daily living, but the 12 steps of A.A. offer a design for living which is applicable in all circumstances.Each week we will be sharing staff reflections upon one of our recovery steps, as it relates to a corresponding principle. This week, Hap
The terms “misuse,” “abuse,” and “addiction” are often used interchangeably when discussing drug addiction, but in truth, each is unique from one another. In many contexts, this layman’s replacement is perfectly acceptable—for example, whether you hear that someone is an alcohol abuser, alcohol addict, or alcoholic, you likely get the
By definition, alcoholism is a diagnosable, treatable disease. Alcohol is a drug like any other, and while periodic drinks generally have only temporary effects, chronic usage can quickly form a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol. If someone you know has an alcohol abuse problem, it’s important that they seek
Opioid addiction, by its simplest definition, is a physical and psychological reliance on the continued use of various opioids and opiates. This addiction can have a pronounced, negative effect on the life of an addict, but can also be subtle and interfere minimally with an otherwise successful, happy life. Regardless,
Withdrawal is as much a companion to addicts as the euphoria of a high and can be a strong motivator for them to keep abusing. If someone you know is addicted to cocaine, they need to learn that the pain of withdrawal is nothing compared to the alternative—cocaine overdose claims
After you have decided to get help for your addiction you must do so at a center that has a solid rating from residents and a proven success rate. The reputation of Discovery Place is one that is well-respected and widely recognized for its high-quality facilities, staff, and services. Discovery Place
Heroin isn’t a drug you can do one day and then just decide you can do without the next. It is highly addictive and even one use can be fatal. Unfortunately, heroin use is on the rise across the United States and has a strong relationship to the opioid epidemic.
Regular intake of alcohol is not only detrimental to the body but it also is disrupting to the mind. The way alcohol causes people to react and behave varies from person to person. Many people experience intense emotions when they have alcohol in their system. Often, a person is suffering
What is a drug? What is the accepted definition? According to the Oxford dictionary, a drug is anything that is “a medicine or other substance which has a physiological effect when ingested or otherwise introduced into the body.” So is alcohol a drug? ‘Yes, it is. Alcohol depresses the Central
It doesn’t matter what time it is, Discovery Place is here and ready to help those impacted by addiction day or night. Whether it is 3 AM or 3 PM, you can start your recovery journey by reaching out to our rehab in the Nashville area.
