Breaking an addiction is a highly individualized process. So, how long does it take to break an addiction? It mainly depends on the substance you are addicted to and one’s personal experience. Most people with addiction need should take at least 3 months of treatment, according to NIDA. Unlike old research, addiction is not something…
One of the newly emerging drugs is purple heroin, which is heroin laced with other opioids like fentanyl. Some common risks of purple heroin are Overdose Respiratory depression Brain damage Self-Harming Thoughts Dangerous withdrawal While heroin has always been a cause of concern, this new form of heroin prompted authorities like the Michigan Poison Center…
No matter how severe your meth addiction is, choosing an Inpatient Meth Rehab in New Jersey will be the best decision you make. In 2022, New Jersey faced considerable difficulty with substance misuse. With 85,266 overall treatment admissions, about 2,098 admissions were for methamphetamines alone. Read ahead as we discuss how to get into an…
Quitting alcohol cold turkey when using it for years can result in severe withdrawal, including: Delirium tremens Alcohol Hallucinosis Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (Wet brain syndrome) Seizures People usually underestimate how dangerous and uncomfortable alcohol withdrawal can be. Stay with us to understand the implications of unmonitored withdrawal. In recent years, alcohol has claimed about 178,000 lives…
Klonopin (Clonazepam) is mainly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders. Unfortunately, people suffering from anxiety are often more prone to alcohol addiction. Some people may start taking Klonopin and alcohol without realizing the high addiction potential and deadly consequences. Even taking the prescribed dose of Klonopin with alcohol can amplify each other’s effect, leading to: Overdose…
In 2023, the fentanyl crisis reached unprecedented levels in the United States, resulting in over 112,000 fatal overdoses and exacerbating societal divisions over solutions. With Fentanyl’s accelerated addiction and increasing risk of adverse effects, the rehab programs may: Offer a secure environment Provide medically supervised detox and a structured MAT program Provide same-day admissions Telehealth…
Tramadol is a popular American prescription opioid administered for moderate and moderate-severe pain. Tramadol comes in a tablet, liquid solution, and capsule. There were around 1.8 million people in the United States in 2017 who abused tramadol. Snorting tramadol is also one common form of abusing the drug. Tramadol is generally less addictive and dangerous…
Did you know that between 2019 and 202, benzodiazepines were implicated in 12,499 overdose fatalities in the United States? Benzodiazepines (benzos) are excellent drugs for treating numerous diseases. However, their addictive nature increases the risk of a potentially lethal overdose. They carry the danger of misuse, addiction, and deadly overdose. Especially when mixed with opioids,…
Are you searching for alcohol treatment near you? You have landed on the right page. This blog presents important information related to cost, duration, and the latest treatments to help you find the best alcohol rehabilitation center near you. Gathering information about addiction recovery programs that fit your schedule will help you manage your time…
Drug overdose is one of the biggest problems the US has ever faced. A recent study published by Texas State University revealed that 15% of drug overdoses were associated with benzodiazepine misuse, such as Xanax and Valium. However, Xanax is prescribed for mental illness treatment. But people often misuse it for recreational purposes. The only…