Is Phenibut Safe?
With changing times and increasing demands of work and school, there's an opportunity within the dietary supplements industry to capitalize on products that offer brain boosts. It seems everyone is after the newest supplement that can potentially…
Barbiturate Abuse & Risks
In 2020, barbiturates aren't making headlines the way they used to. At its peak, this class of prescription medications was responsible for the deaths of some of the world's most celebrated musicians including Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and…
18 Facts About Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholism is perhaps one of the most misunderstood forms of addiction. Unlike other dangerous substances, alcohol is perfectly legal, widely accessible, and socially acceptable. However, alcohol abuse not only drastically impacts individuals…
Chasing the Dragon: Heroin Addiction
Drug abuse and dependency claim the lives of tens of thousands of American's every year. The nation's opioid epidemic has quickly spiraled into a much more complicated and deadly drug overdose epidemic. In the past few years, about 80% of people…
Ensuring a Safe and Supportive Community: COVID-19 Safety Measures
As we monitor the COVID-19 data and local and federal government responses, we feel it is essential to take proactive measures to keep our clients, staff, and community partners safe. Out of an abundance of caution, we are implementing stricter…
Is My Drinking a Problem?
Unlike using illicit drugs, drinking alcohol is widely considered an acceptable social activity. Many American’s drink with friends on weekends, at home, or even at certain work functions. Consuming alcohol occurs frequently enough that it…
Fear of Recovery
The loss of control due to substance use is initially debilitating and can create chaos in day-to-day life. However, the habits and behaviors of addiction can eventually come to feel routine. For many, despite its adverse consequences, it provides…
Am I Addicted to Klonopin?
Am I addicted to Klonopin? The popular and potent anti-anxiety medication increases the risk potential for abuse. Learn about Klonopin addiction warning signs below.
Klonopin (clonazepam) was developed to treat epileptic seizures and address…
Alcohol and Benzos
As a standalone substance, benzodiazepines pose many adverse health effects. Taking a benzodiazepine boosts dopamine levels in the brain, which induces a pleasant state of relaxation. Although this highly addictive prescription medication is…
Addicted to Benzos
Across the nation, communities are riddled with fears of the growing drug epidemics, impacting millions of families. Overdose increases, however, are not due to illicit drugs like cocaine and ecstasy but legal medications prescribed by licensed…