Tips for Raising Drug-Free Kids in High School
When you keep communication open between you and your child, it makes it easier for them to talk about drugs. You can promote more open
December 31, 2019
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We want to keep you informed with knowledge that can change your life, which is why we have created our blog to provide you with:
- New developments in addiction, treatment and recovery
- Answers to your most commonly asked questions
- Resources and tips to support you on your journey
Senior Citizen Opioid Addiction
Young people between the ages of 18 and 25 years are the largest section of the population that abuse prescription medication such as anti-anxiety drugs,
December 27, 2019
How to Get on a Methadone Program
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with methadone helps patients manage withdrawal symptoms and learn recovery skills. If you need help with opioid addiction recovery, a MAT clinic
December 24, 2019
How Long Does Naloxone Block Opioid Receptors?
Naloxone, also known as the branded medicine Narcan®, reverses an opioid overdose by blocking opioid receptors. Since it has no potential for abuse and is
December 19, 2019
The Dangers of Snorting, Smoking or Injecting Suboxone® (Buprenorphine Insufflation)
The medication buprenorphine and its compound prescription medication Suboxone are highly effective and popularly used in programs based on medication-assisted treatment (MAT). People about to initiate MAT
December 17, 2019
Anti-Anxiety Medication and Opioids
When a person experiences persistent anxiety, it may be a sign of anxiety disorder. A large number of people experience some type of anxiety disorder
December 2, 2019
Maine’s Opioid Crisis & The Future
Maine’s Opioid Crisis & The Future In 2017, Maine found itself on a list that no state wants to be on. They became one of
November 29, 2019
Methadone Myths
Methadone has been used for the treatment of opioid addiction for more than 50 years. While Methadone maintenance has been effective in helping people addicted
November 25, 2019
Jail Based Treatment of Addiction
Finding yourself in jail is tough. Finding yourself there while also in the grip of a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) can be overwhelming, not to
November 21, 2019
What Is Klonopin and Can It Be Combined With Methadone?
Klonopin is a drug used for controlling seizures or anxiety disorders. Like all other medicines, it can have unintended effects when combined with other drugs
November 18, 2019
Narcan® 101: What You Need to Know to Save Someone’s Life
The opioid crisis in America is continually increasing the number of overdose deaths every year, devastating the lives of people across the country. Ideally, someone
November 14, 2019
Prevalence of Opioid Use Disorder in the Military
With the rigorous missions American troops take on while enlisted, many often seek out pain management from doctors to deal with the physical impact on
November 11, 2019