Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach to addiction treatment that focuses on understanding how behavior and thoughts can affect one’s recovery. CBT helps individuals…
Fentanyl is a powerful and addictive synthetic opioid drug. The drug is designed to mimic the properties found in natural opiates. It’s a Schedule II…
For many, they may not even realize that they are dealing with a co-occurring mental health disorder alongside a substance user disorder. This is the…
Getting good, quality sleep is an important part of the recovery process and can make all the difference in helping you reach your goals. No…
If you or a loved one are struggling with an addiction to benzodiazepines—commonly referred to as benzos—it’s important to know that help is available. Benzo…
Heroin is derived from the poppy plant Papaver somniferum. This plant is also the main ingredient for other drugs like morphine and pain medications with…
Methamphetamine—or meth—is a highly addictive stimulant drug. It is derived from amphetamine, a legally prescribed Schedule II stimulant drug. While not a commonly prescribed medication,…
Opioid addiction—like any addiction— is a disease. Substance misuse adversely affects every part of the body, including the physical, mental, and spiritual. Being able to…
Cocaine abuse and addiction continue to be a problem in the United States. It is a popular party drug among young adults, who view it…
Benzodiazepines—commonly called benzos—are prescription sedatives to treat anxiety, seizures, and panic attacks. Valium and Xanax are two of the most notable brand-name versions of the…