How Do I Ask for Help with Addiction? When it comes to addiction, one of the most difficult things for people to do is ask for help. In fact, asking for help can be so difficult that sometimes it seems easier to just continue living in a downward spiral rather than reach out. If you find yourself in the same …

Adderall is a prescription stimulant indicated for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine) is designed to improve focus and attention spans in those experiencing ADHD. Long-Term Effects of Adderall People who abuse Adderall over a prolonged period may experience the following: Sleep disturbances Difficulty concentrating Lack of motivation Depression Irritability Lethargy and fatigue Aggression Suicidal thoughts Mood …

What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl belongs to a class of drugs called opioids. Like other opioids, it has a legitimate medical use: easing pain. Opioids work by changing how the body responds to and deals with, pain. Fentanyl’s original purpose was to abate pain in cancer patients. Doctors will prescribe fentanyl to patients recovering from surgery, or to those experiencing chronic …

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of drug and alcohol rehab that often follows detox. It is characterized by an extended treatment period, which can last A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of drug and alcohol rehab that often follows detox. It is characterized by an extended treatment period, with up to a month …

Recovering from drug or alcohol addiction requires commitment and dedication. Fortunately, recovery is a well-traveled path. Millions of people have overcome addiction and built successful lives free of drugs and alcohol. Learning how to rely on the essential tools of recovery is one of the secrets to success. But it is vital to let go of the notion that you …

A person who engages in polysubstance abuse illicitly consumes multiple psychoactive substances but does not necessarily prefer one over another. People who are diagnosed with polysubstance abuse or dependence are actively abusing two or more substances, and typically one of these is alcohol. Among drugs, cocaine and heroin are the most commonly misused in combination with multiple substances, but opioids, …

Identifying Opioid Use Disorder – Due to the ongoing opioid epidemic in the U.S., identifying or diagnosing opioid use disorder in individuals has become more critical than ever. Discovering whether a loved one is engaging in opioid misuse, abuse, or is suffering from an active addiction may be challenging initially. A solid determination can involve many factors that rely on the close observation …

The CDC estimates that more than 20% of U.S. adults experience chronic pain. Perhaps more significant is the fact that 8% of have high-impact chronic pain. (1) High-impact chronic pain is characterized as pain which lasts at least 3 months and comes with at least one major activity restriction. In other words, pain that someone lives with and has a significant …

The Dangers of Combining Oxycodone and Alcohol – Combining alcohol with any other intoxicating substance can be dangerous and result in unpredictable side effects. However, mixing oxycodone, a prescription painkiller, with alcohol can result in some unique problems. Oxycodone is an opioid analgesic indicated to treat moderate to severe pain, and it is often combined with acetaminophen in brand-name drugs (e.g., …

Dopamine is an essential chemical messenger in the brain. When dopamine is released, it induces feelings of reward and pleasure. This motivates a person to repeat a particular behavior. Conversely, low levels of dopamine are associated with decreased motivation and excitement for things that would be pleasurable for other people. For those in recovery from addiction, the ability to produce dopamine …