Addiction affects the brain’s reward system and can be physically, mentally, and socially damaging. The most life-threatening addiction is that of opioids. Opioid use disorder is one of the fatal epidemics that has emerged globally and has claimed nearly 564,000 lives in the last two decades (1999-2020). These alarming statistics are concerning because the use…
When used under medical supervision, Fentanyl® is a game changer. However, Fentanyl abuse has caused a deadly crisis and has killed many people. The news about the new Fentanyl vaccine has broken the internet as everyone questions whether it will help eliminate the Fentanyl crisis in the US. Continuing reading for our thoughts on the…
According to a 2021 report by eMarketer, the average time spent on social media by an adult in the United States is approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes per day. Seeing others who have successfully overcome addiction on your social media profiles and live without drugs or alcohol can help you start addiction treatment. Sober influencers can…
Virtual Addiction counseling can increase patient engagement. As the world is stepping into the metaverse, it is time to accept that doctors can form a good rapport with patients virtually as well. According to research, people who receive virtual addiction counseling exceed those who do not receive any treatment. Here is how virtual addiction counseling…
Nearly three million people in the US are affected by opioid use disorder (OUD). In 2020, opioid overdoses, like heroin and Fentanyl®, claimed the lives of about 68,630 people. Compared to 1999, there was a seven times higher rate of a heroin overdose in 2020. It is among the most dangerous drugs in the world…
After March 2020, the number of overdoses involving Methadone® increased to almost 54.2 deaths per month. In contrast, Suboxone® has shown a remarkable success rate, and studies show that it helps to improve the lives of those overcoming addiction. In this blog, we will discuss whether Suboxone is the antidote for Methadone withdrawal treatment and…
Substance abuse can lead to a variety of skin issues including acne, skin infections, and injection site reactions. It is important to address the underlying causes of alcohol and drug abuse in order to effectively address any skin issues that may be related to these behaviors. Seeking help from a healthcare professional or addiction treatment…