What’s the first step in an alcoholic’s recovery? Alcohol detox. This is the process of eliminating alcohol from the body after it has adjusted itself chemically to having alcohol regularly present in its system. Unfortunately, there is no cure for alcoholism because it’s a chronic disease. Finding and maintaining sobriety can be a tough process.…
A man was admitted to Midwest Detox Center for alcohol withdrawal, and his withdrawal scores pointed toward continuing his benzodiazepine taper. Between checks, though, the nursing staff noticed something the numbers did not capture: new confusion, forgetfulness, and an unsteady walk. They knew a struggling liver could let the medication build up in his body,…
Xanax abuse is an example of prescription drug misuse. As a benzodiazepine, Xanax can help some people medically – but with misuse, such as taking more than prescribed or dosing even without a disorder to treat, it can be dangerous and even fatal. Developing a Xanax addiction can happen quickly. Even if you want to…
How long does opioid recovery take? Acute opioid withdrawal usually lasts about a week, but full recovery is a long-term process measured in months and often years. At Midwest Detox Center in Maumee, Ohio, medical detox covers that first stretch, when withdrawal symptoms start, peak and fade. Some physical and psychological symptoms can linger for…
For most people who have recovered from addiction, the honest answer is no. Going back to casual use is rarely realistic for someone whose drinking or drug use became a substance use disorder. The changes that made use compulsive in the first place do not simply reset with time sober. What starts as “just one”…
Have you ever asked yourself: “Am I an alcoholic?” If you have, you may be noticing signs of alcoholism in your thoughts and actions. Alcohol is the country’s third-leading preventable cause of death, so recognizing an alcohol use disorder and seeking treatment can be life-changing. While some alcoholics avoid addiction treatment for various reasons, others…
Anyone with a meth addiction needs to go through meth addiction treatment as soon as possible. Chronic meth use can lead to some lasting changes in the brain and body. When someone with a severe meth dependency quits, they may experience equally severe depression and discomfort. Recovering and maintaining lifelong sobriety can be difficult, but…
Why do some people still think that drinking wine while pregnant is acceptable? Any alcohol consumption during pregnancy can affect the unborn baby. It is understandable why there’s so much confusion over what pregnant people can or cannot eat or drink. After all, it can be difficult to go through a pregnancy without the help…
What are the long-term effects of prescription drug addiction? Some people may think that prescription drugs aren’t as harmful as illegal drugs because they’ve been tested and have actual medical uses. However, every type of substance abuse will typically have lifelong consequences. Even after recovery, patients that have struggled with pill addiction could continue to…
Not all drugs that can be misused are illegal or difficult to find. That’s why prescription drug addiction treatment programs are essential in this day and age – even drugs that are supposed to help with your health can sometimes be highly addictive and end up hurting you if you don’t use them correctly. When…