We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW), celebrated March 21st – March 27th, 2022, helps bring awareness and information to the community about the dangers and warning signs of drug and alcohol use. Started in 2010 by a group of scientists at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the…
Crystal meth is a crystallized version of methamphetamine that is highly addictive. While methamphetamine is similar in chemical structure to amphetamines commonly used to treat conditions like ADHD, methamphetamine is a dangerous illicit drug. Crystal meth is manufactured in illegal “labs” around the country, and addiction to this substance impacts…
Many people avoid going into treatment for substance use disorder because they are worried about withdrawal symptoms. Treatment centers now offer medication assisted treatment to help manage these symptoms to get you through withdrawal in comfort. However, some medications can instigate immediate withdrawal if administered too soon after your last…
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction in Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, or Delaware, then know that you are not alone. If someone in your family is trying to recover from addiction, then there are numerous support services that are available to you. Case management services can help…
Substance use disorders (SUD) can affect anyone from any background, and they can be very challenging to overcome on your own. Going cold turkey or attempting an at-home detox is generally not recommended when you are trying to break free from substance use disorder. You can find the safest, most…
If you have ever tried to overcome substance use disorder cold turkey, you are familiar with the withdrawal symptoms that can arise. The severity of withdrawal can make it challenging to stay on course and often ends in relapse. For those who are ready to give it another go, you…
The opioid epidemic has become an increasingly prominent issue throughout the country. Many people innocently began by taking doctor-prescribed opioid medications without realizing how easily one can become addicted to them. Once they start to notice the effects of opioid addiction, the problem might be too severe to handle on…
If you have been diagnosed with an opioid use disorder (OUD), you may wonder how methadone medication assisted treatment (MAT) can help. Methadone has long been used to help people ease off their dependence on opioid drugs such as heroin and prescription opioids like oxycodone and hydrocodone. If the thought…
Over the past year, more services have become virtual, and therapy is no exception. Many people love the ease and convenience of receiving therapy right in the comfort of their own homes. If you have never tried telehealth therapy before, the holiday season is a great time to try it…
