Methadone, Addiction and Diabetes
Since 1980, the prevalence ofย diabetes in the worldwide adult populationย has increased from 4.7% to 8.5%. Sufferers of painful diabetic neuropathy, or PDN,ย make up 10 to
November 12, 2020
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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
Using Opioids Safely After Medical Procedures
If you’ve suffered a severe injury or had major surgical intervention, chances are you were prescribed opioids for pain management.ย Opioid medications can be safe
November 12, 2020
How to Tell Kids That a Family Member Is Getting Treated for Addiction
How do you tell children that one or both of their parents struggle with addiction? While talking to kids about a parent’s addiction isn’t easy,
October 23, 2020
Risks of Counterfeit Opioids
The Drug Enforcement Administration, or DEA, and other U.S. law enforcement agenciesย face a growing challenge in preventing street opioids, or counterfeit opioids, from pouring into
October 20, 2020
3 Common Fears in Opioid Addiction Recovery and How to Overcome Them
Recovery is a brave choice. Yet many people encounter a powerful emotion that can sabotage their sobriety โ fear.ย There’s nothing easy about changing the status
October 5, 2020
Healthy Habits for Opioid Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction is a holistic journey. As your mind and body break away from opioid addiction, why not commit to living a healthier lifestyle?
September 28, 2020
Methadone’s Impact on Weight and Your Metabolism
Opioid addiction and recovery can cause changes to your body and mind. Some patients who take methadone in medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, experience weight gain.
September 21, 2020
How Opioid Addiction Impacts the Economy
Most people are aware of opioid addictionโs impact on a personal level. However, the cost of opioid addiction goes beyond those grappling with the disease.
September 16, 2020
Uprooting Addiction Stemming From the Family Tree
Contributor: Theresa Styffe, Counselor at Health Care Resource Centers Woburn, MA As many of us know, the term โWar on Drugsโ has been circulating in
September 10, 2020
How to Sleep Better in Recovery
Insomnia is one of the top concerns for people in withdrawal or addiction recovery, and it can lead to anxiety, depression and an increased chance
September 1, 2020
12 Risk Factors for Opioid Addiction
It’s more important than ever to understand the potential dangers of opioid use. Why? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), theย United
August 14, 2020
Is Individual Counseling Important in Overcoming Opioid Addiction?
If you struggle with opioid addiction, the importance of individual substance abuse counseling cannot be overstated. While medication-assisted treatmentย (MAT)ย has proven to be one of the
August 7, 2020