If you struggle with alcoholism, every day may feel like an uphill battle. To stay sober, you have to learn coping mechanisms, triggers, and so much more about yourself. You have to face mental health issues head-on and identify why exactly you turned to alcohol in the first place. For some, it can feel completely…
If you’re the kind of person who likes to sample all the different beers at breweries and always keep a six-pack or two in the fridge, you might be concerned about alcohol dependence. Is it okay to drink a beer or two with dinner every night? What constitutes heavy drinking? What puts you at risk…
Cocaine and crack cocaine are known for being addictive and pose a huge risk for addiction. Developing a cocaine addiction occurs over time, but it varies depending on the person. For example, if you have a history of addiction, you may find yourself growing dependent on cocaine faster than others. Crack cocaine is also known…
The term “sober bar” may sound like an oxymoron– after all, bars are historically known for only one consistent thing, which is the presence of alcoholic beverages. But in recent years, the wellness trend of low-alcohol and no-alcohol beverages has sparked a new kind of social space in cities around the world: sober bars. What…
Drug addiction in North Carolina is, unfortunately, common. In 2018 alone, there were 67,367 deaths as a result of abused drugs and overdose. The most common causes of drug overdose were opioids, including fentanyl and heroin. In total, opioids caused nearly 15,000 drug overdoses in 2018. However, while the opioid crisis is raging on in…
Benzodiazepines (often referred to as benzos) are prescribed widely throughout the United States to treat anxiety and panic disorder. Unfortunately, benzo abuse is common, as these drugs are known to be highly addictive, quickly causing dependence in those who use them frequently. One study shows that benzodiazepines were prescribed for 27 out of every 100…
There are many factors involved in alcohol dependence. Some who are at high risk of developing alcohol use disorder (AUD) often worry about how easy it would be for them to become addicted. However, whether you’re at high-risk or low risk for alcohol addiction, it’s still possible to become addicted. It’s important to know the…
If you or someone you love suffers from an Adderall addiction, you’ve probably begun looking at treatment options. There are so many different options out there, including intensive outpatient treatment, inpatient treatment, detox, and partial hospitalization. To learn more about intensive outpatient programs and how they can benefit Adderall addicts, keep reading. What is an…
An addiction can take many forms because not all addictions are caused by illegal drugs. Surprisingly, one of the most common types of addictions in the United States happens with prescription drugs, such as Xanax addiction. Although Xanax can be beneficial, it can also be addictive and harmful to the human body over time. Luckily,…
It can be extremely difficult to recover from Cocaine addiction. Detoxing and preventing relapse are the first steps in the process, but this process is ongoing. Addicts have to deal with the potential of relapsing for years and years after detox. Thankfully, there are many tips and tricks that can help addicts stay sober after…