Many alcoholics we know seem to experience a rebound effect when they quit drinking. They might feel better for the first few days and then back again, or they may be able to take it or leave it. The problem is that when people do not drink, their body still craves...
As per the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 85.6% of adults in America reported drinking alcohol at a point in their lifetime. Indeed, it isn't uncommon to drink a glass of wine now and then with dinner or at a social function. After-work beers with...
Watching your child struggle with an addiction may be one of the most challenging things a parent can experience, especially if you’re not sure what is causing the problem. If you are worried that your child may be struggling with drug use or another mental health...
There are many myths when it comes to addiction treatment. For example, the question is often asked, can a drug addict fully recover without going into rehab? The answer is maybe, but there are significant challenges. This blog post will discuss the different types...
Take the first step towards recovery by contacting The Robert Alexander Center (RAC), a full-service inpatient opioid treatment center near me. Through opioid addiction treatment at RAC, our clients can address the root causes of addiction with mental, physical,...
The use of methadone to help with opiate addiction has been in the news often lately. With many states changing their laws, more people are becoming aware that it is possible to get this type of treatment for free if they live in the USA. This article will answer...
Individuals should detox from prescription medications if misuse of the prescription is occurring. Prescription misuse for drugs, like Xanax, occurs when an individual does not follow dosing recommendations, when they take the drug to get high, or when someone is...
If you have a loved one or work colleague dealing with substance abuse then you know how it affects even those around them. In a family setting, drug use can result in marital violence, child neglect, and financial difficulties, among others. In the workplace, it...
Addiction to prescription pain medication has been on the rise in the United States since the late 90s. This is attributed to several factors, including increased ease of access to these medicines as well as misconceptions about their side effects. But just how...
Addiction treatment should be designed with your specific needs in mind. That means that you need to be comfortable with your rehabilitation program. If you are a non-religious person a faith-based addiction treatment program might be overwhelming and ineffective....
