5 Healthy Coping Skills for Addiction
Addiction recovery is an ongoing process. Many people living with addiction struggle to stay sober. Opioid addiction, in particular, has an exceptionally high relapse rate.
June 22, 2022
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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
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Life After Addiction
In 2020, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reported thatย over 40 million Americansย struggle with a substance use disorder. The opioid epidemic’s growth
May 15, 2022
Preparing for Outpatient Opioid Addiction Treatment
Individuals struggling with opioid use disorder, or opioid addiction, can find help and hope through an individualized outpatient treatment plan. Opioid addiction treatment preparation can
May 12, 2022
What Happens If I Miss a Dose?
Missing a dose of buprenorphine or methadone can happen, especially if you are newly starting treatment, but don’t panic. Accidentally skipping one dose during opioid
April 26, 2022
Do “Addictive Personalities” Exist?
The short answer is no. The concept of an addictive personality has no medical or scientific basis and is more of a colloquial expression people
April 16, 2022
How the Anticipation Molecule Drives Addiction
How the Anticipation Molecule Drives Addiction The human brain contains something called dopamine, commonly described as the pleasure molecule. Each time a person engages in
March 6, 2022
Streamlining News to Prevent Overload
Streamlining News to Prevent Overload The past two years have been life-changing as people worldwide endure the trials and tribulations of life during the COVID-19
February 4, 2022
Maintaining a Career in Addiction Recovery
Maintaining a Career in Addiction Recovery Employment during treatment and recovery can be fulfilling for those looking to rebuild their lives while managing substance use
January 7, 2022
5 Healthy Coping Skills for Addiction
Addiction recovery is an ongoing process. Many people living with addiction struggle to stay sober. Opioid addiction, in particular, has an exceptionally high relapse rate.
December 17, 2021
Opioid Agonist Treatment
There are two main prescription drugs used in opioid agonist therapy: methadone and buprenorphine. Both medications replace the need for short-acting opioids during an addiction.
November 19, 2021
How Addiction Negatively Impacts Intimate Relationships
How Addiction Negatives Affects Intimate Relationships Substance use disorder affects a person’s intrapersonal connections with others due to the disease’s all-consuming nature, making addiction and
November 5, 2021
Emergency Room Care for those with Opioid Addiction
Emergency Resources for those fighting Opioid Addiction With the opioid crisis continuing to ravage communities around the country, those with opioid use disorder may find
October 15, 2021