In Ohio, meth use is rampant and increasing. Meth use is dangerous by itself and it could also be helping to spread illnesses like HIV due to people sharing dirty needles. That’s why meth detox programs in Ohio, the rest of the state, and across the United States are essential. Methamphetamine use is a huge…
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The biggest obstacle a heroin addict has to overcome before they begin a lifetime of sobriety is going through the detox process. It is the most painful and life-threatening part of the heroin recovery timeline. Many addicts know that they need to get help but have trouble admitting it because they’re worried about how they’ll…
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Alcohol withdrawal symptoms occur when a person who regularly takes alcohol stops drinking or greatly reduces how much they drink. These symptoms range from mild to severe, with some even proving fatal without medical supervision. Withdrawal begins within a few hours after a person’s last drink, and acute symptoms can last for nearly a week.…
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Did you know that millions of adults in the U.S. experience both a substance use disorder and a mental health issue at the same time? The phenomenon is known as having co-occurring disorders or a dual diagnosis, and it requires special attention when it comes to addiction treatment. Focusing on your mental health during recovery…
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There are few relationships as close and intimate as the one between spouses. When something is off with someone, their spouse will typically feel that something is wrong. However, it’s not always easy to admit that you can see signs of addiction in family members. But if you want to help in dealing with your…
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How do mental health and addiction recovery connect? An individual may have specific reasons that lead to them developing their addiction, but one of the most common factors is an inability to handle anxiety, stress, and other negative emotions and thoughts. Rather than facing their challenges head-on, drugs and alcohol can help numb negative feelings.…
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Medications can be lifesavers when they are used properly. However, some can be addictive and dangerous when abused. More than 10 million Americans of all backgrounds and ages report using prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons each year. More than 50 million Americans have taken prescription drugs for a nonmedical reason at least once in their…
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When people recover from drug and alcohol addiction, they often need to readjust their lives to maintain their sobriety. One issue that often comes up is how they can enjoy parties without substance use. How does sober partying work? If using drugs and drinking alcohol was the way you had fun in the past, it…
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How a person acts, combined with what they think and how they feel, has a major impact on how they live and how healthy they are. When their behavior is grounded in positive habits, sober living and maintaining other healthy habits are easy. But if there’s anything dysfunctional about how they behave, they may need…
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Did you know that more than 15 million people struggle with an alcohol use disorder in the U.S., and more than 80,000 people die from alcohol every year? Despite these statistics, alcohol rehab centers in Ohio and other states are rarely filled to capacity. Only a small percentage of that 15 million people seek treatment…
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