Fentanyl abuse has become more and more rampant in the United States over the past few years, and many people don’t know about the risks and dangers of this drug. If you’re looking for discussion topics for your support group, therapy appointment, or even just looking to spark conversation with a child or loved one,…
Bipolar disorder and stimulant abuse can be a deadly combination. While co-occurring diagnoses are common alongside drug abuse, bipolar disorder is one that’s particularly affected by drug use. To learn more about how these two diagnoses interact and how the use of stimulants can cause higher risks for those with bipolar disorder, keep reading. And…
If you’re looking for alcoholism treatment in Asheville, there are plenty of options out there for you. Here at Asheville Recovery Center, we offer a variety of different programs to help you get and stay sober long term. If you have a loved one who’s struggling with alcohol addiction, it’s important to educate yourself on…
Within the LGBTQ+ community, drug abuse runs rampant. Specifically, meth abuse. Meth abuse within the LGBTQ+ community has become more and more of a problem within the past few years, with gay men often using crystal meth in combination with other drugs. Because people in the LGBTQ+ face a greater risk for harassment and violence…
Briefly after the second season premiere of Euphoria, Zendaya spoke out on the criticism the show received from the D.A.R.E. (drug abuse resistance education) organization. Many other people and organizations have cited concerns about the show glorifying the use of drugs amongst teens, but one specific comment from D.A.R.E. seemed to catch the show’s attention…
Xanax, Valium, Ativan, Klonopin, and more are all a part of the benzodiazepine family. Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as “benzos”, are known for being dangerous as they’re highly addictive. Even people who use them as prescribed are at risk of developing a dependence on these drugs. Using them daily over a long period of time…
Euphoria has been taking over the news cycle lately. With the second season releasing week by week, many people have been asking whether or not this sex-crazed, drug-heavy show is promoting and glorifying the use of drugs or accurately representing addiction. Euphoria follows 17-year old Rue after she gets out of rehab from her first…
If you have a friend or loved one that uses drugs, you need to draw a line in the sand and create boundaries between the two of you. By creating boundaries, you not only protect yourself, but you keep yourself from becoming an enabler. The last thing your loved one needs while they’re struggling with…
If you or someone you love struggles with alcoholism, whether in recovery or working toward it, you’ve probably heard of the four stages of alcoholism. The four stages of alcoholism help to identify where an alcoholic is. The fact of the matter is, alcoholism doesn’t develop overnight. It can take months, or even years for…
What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid pain reliever, 80 to 100 times more potent than morphine, that is typically used for severe pain treatment and management for patients who are physically tolerant to other opioids. In recent years, overdoses resulting in death from using fentanyl have increased rapidly and dramatically. In 2015, fentanyl-related…
