Heroin is a highly addictive drug which can have lifelong, negative consequences. When heroin exits the system, an individual experiences severe withdrawal symptoms, which vary in terms of intensity and duration depending on many factors. Learn what to expect during withdrawal and how to seek help for a heroin detox. Effects of Withdrawal When heroin Read More…
An intervention for a person with alcoholism is a way to gather loved ones together to confront the person with the end goal to get the person to quit drinking. Learn about the keys to a successful intervention for a loved one with alcoholism. Steps The planning and execution of an intervention can be long Read More…
It is possible to consume more marijuana than necessary, although impossible to experience toxic overdose. When too much marijuana is eaten, symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, nausea, vomiting or even a sensation of dying may occur but it is not fatal. Recognizing symptoms of a marijuana overdose can be helpful in seeking treatment and learning Read More…
Peer pressure can be a difficult thing for teens to overcome with school, friends and others in the community exerting both positive and negative influence. A peer group may have more influence on a teen’s choices than parents, mentors or other adults. It is important to learn how to stand up against peer pressure of Read More…
Driving under the influence (DUI) can bring feelings of guilt and remorse. A conviction can negatively impact a person’s life and alter the driving record. The personal consequences to oneself and others are far greater for a person who drinks and drives than one who plans ahead and takes responsibility. Find out how a DUI Read More…
The experience of recovery is different for every individual. Some will have many ups and downs while others seem to coast through and have an easier time on the other side of addiction treatment. Wherever a person falls on the spectrum, it is almost certain people will think the individual is being selfish by focusing Read More…
One of the most difficult things is to lose a person to addiction. So much energy, time and focus can be given to the other person’s addiction and trying to save the person from themselves that an individual’s identity can become lost. Learn what to expect when leaving a person with addiction and how Read More…
One of the first steps to treating an addiction to crack cocaine is recognition of a problem. Crack stays in the system a matter of minutes but can be detected for days or weeks following use. Signs and symptoms of addiction are physically noticeable. Find out how to get help for addiction to crack cocaine Read More…
Legally, cocaine is considered a narcotic in the United States. Medically, cocaine is not considered a narcotic. Learn more about the differences and how cocaine came to be classified as a narcotic drug. Medical Narcotic A medical narcotic causes pain relief starting in the brain. How the brain perceives pain can be impacted by opioid Read More…
The importance of embracing failure cannot be overstated. Learning from one’s own mistakes is important in learning the path of recovery after addiction. Regaining credibility following a misstep or mistake can feel difficult, if not impossible (depending on the infraction). Saving face can be an important lesson in how to come back from adversity. Learn Read More…
