When we have been prescribed a drug for a disease or a disorder, we will likely trust our prescribing physician. After all, they have the education to support what they are prescribing to be the correct substance as well as good, honest reasons as to why they are prescribing it.
What is addiction? Is it a personal choice? Maybe a weakness? Addiction has been classified and defined as a disease. There has been plenty of research into the pathways that lead to addiction and the way that it persists in one’s life. While there is still much more to be
Often, we push away loved ones during our active addiction. Recovery is a lifelong process. Even if we were lucky enough to be able to make amends and keep our previous friends and family in our lives, we still need sober networks that can guide us throughout our recovery. The
Drug abuse itself is high-risk behavior. Not only do drugs increase the risk for occurrences like overdoses, but there are other consequences associated with drug use. Those that engage in drug abuse are commonly also engaging in other high-risk behaviors–one of these behaviors include either contracting or transmitting viral infections.
Heroin and opiate use is on the rise. Of course, this is no secret. You probably have seen signs about this at your local doctor’s office. Opiates include prescribed drugs such as oxycodone, tramadol, hydrocodone, codeine, morphine, and fentanyl. 591,000 Americans age 12 and over were diagnosed with a heroin
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the United States is experiencing an epidemic with drug overdose. Since the year 1980, deaths from overdose have increased more than five times. Prescription drugs, in particular, have been commonly linked to many of the overdoses reported throughout the country.
Recovery is an individualized process that typically involves detoxing, figuring out core issues and any co-occurring disorders whether they are of a physical or emotional in nature, and finding sober coping skills and techniques. One must utilize these skills and techniques in daily life as they find a sober support
Most of the time we can’t think of things to do when socializing besides going out to eat or grabbing drinks. When you are reinventing your life in recovery, this can make things very difficult. You are changing people, places, and things in order to remain sober and in recovery.
From the 1990s to the 2000s, meth was the drug that held the nation’s attention. The focus on this deadly substance has shifted in recent years. The Opioid Crisis has taken over, and while this is certainly a significant problem and concern for Americans, meth hasn’t gone anywhere. The Meth
Cravings will inevitably occur within your recovery. Learning ways to cope with these cravings is what will help you to avoid relapsing. Relapse typically is not an event that just happens out of nowhere. When you become aware that you are becoming less functional and demonstrate a decreased ability to
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.
