The prevalence of drugs is a big issue in the US. The issues of Reports of increased addiction in New Jersey are being highlighted. Of 85,266 people who sought admission, 21% of them were intravenous drug users. New Jersey Detox Centers (outpatient) saw 17,244 admissions. 72% individual of the total admissions were Medicare-sponsored. This means…
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,…
Have you ever wondered why your doctors prescribe you naltrexone for AUD? A question arises in your mind: what is naltrexone used for? Well, there could be many reasons, such as naltrexone for pain, alcohol, and opioid addiction, depending on symptoms and severity. A recent survey by KFF revealed that only 46% of people or…
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…
With the rise of influencer culture and the bombardment of newer information on social media, the trend of “detox diets” is increasing. While the concept of eating well is healthy, it also encourages unhealthy practices such as going for “detox supplements.” Not everything that claims to help detox is approved by the FDA. The agency…
Almost 38 million Americans abused illegal drugs in 2020. Among the illegal drug users, 25% had a drug disorder. While the stats for the most addictive drugs are alarming, it is important to understand that addiction can happen to anyone. Drugs have built-in addictive active ingredients in them that affect the working of the brain…
Medically supervised psychiatric careAlmost 48.2 million Americans used weed at least once, and this number is growing each year. Although a majority of daily users wish to quit, heavy cannabis use can be very difficult to quit without support. Thankfully, supervised detoxification exists specifically to help people detox from weed in a safe, controlled setting.…
Suboxone is one of the most popular drugs prescribed for opioid addiction treatment. Whether you are starting the treatment or just looking for clarity on how Suboxone/Buprenorphine works, we have got you covered. Our research-based FAQs and facts will help you make informed decisions about Suboxone treatment for opioid use disorder. ChoicePoint is committed to…
You likely know the problematic withdrawal symptoms if you’ve attempted to overcome substance use disorder without medical assistance. This can derail your progress and lead to relapse. For those who are determined to try again, Suboxone® medication-assisted treatment (MAT) could be a valuable option. This medication has helped numerous individuals with substance use disorders break…
Cocaine is one of the deadliest illicit drugs in the country. About 23% of overdose deaths in the US happened due to cocaine. Cocaine poses several different negative consequences apart from losing your life to an overdose. The number of fatalities went from 6,784 in 2015 to 15,883 in 2019. Cocaine may be smoked, snorted,…