Addiction is a mental health disorder that affects anyone who abuses drugs or alcohol over an extended period of time. Working on recovery requires a residential treatment commitment to treat the addiction safely and promote lifelong recovery....
Men and women who are struggling with addiction and thinking of enrolling in a treatment program may wonder, “Is residential treatment right for me?” A residential treatment program provides a safe space for individuals to focus on their recovery,...
Mixing drugs is never a good idea. Unfortunately, it’s increasingly common to mix stimulants and depressants for different effects. Cocaine and Xanax are two of the most common drugs people combine to amplify their high, to have one counteract the...
Benzodiazepines (benzos) are commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of anxiety. They are most effective when used for short periods but occasionally prescribed for longer durations. Unfortunately, they are also commonly misused and can be...
The withdrawal process is the most anxiety-provoking for many people who want to quit drugs or alcohol. While withdrawal is not comfortable or fun, it is possible with the proper support and medical care. Withdrawing from drugs or alcohol in a...
Substance abuse and addiction impact people of all backgrounds. There are numerous substances to which someone may become addicted. One common example is cocaine. Cocaine is very dangerous, particularly if people use it continuously. An overdose of...
Drug and alcohol addiction rates continue to climb all across the country as people try to cope with the mental stress of everyday living during such difficult times. When their symptoms become too much, and they enroll in addiction treatment, many...
Did you know that Massachusetts was one of the hardest-hit states by the country’s heroin epidemic? Since the 1990s, Massachusetts has witnessed year-over-year increases when it comes to its heroin overdose death rate. As a result, there are many...
Each year in New Hampshire, over 100,000 men and women struggle with addiction, but only 3-6% of them will seek help to stop the abuse. Addiction is a treatable mental health illness, and New Hampshire residential treatment has many benefits. A...
A Vivitrol treatment program begins after a complete and successful medical detox to break the cycle of addiction. It consists of a once-monthly Vivitrol treatment to help people avoid relapsing during recovery from either an alcohol use disorder...
