Of all the most commonly abused substances, benzodiazepines are perhaps the most difficult to stop using. Benzodiazepine belongs to a class of drugs called anxiolytics, used in the treatment of anxiety or insomnia. Some common benzodiazepines are Xanax, Ativan, and Klonopin. Users experience a reduction in stress, euphoria, drowsiness, lack of coordination and dissociation. Benzodiazepines…
When people hear the word “rehab”, they often think of Florida and California. These states have some of the highest concentrations of treatment centers in the world. However, there are other options, one of which is North Carolina. From the beaches of Wilmington, to the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina is quickly becoming the next…
Each year, holistic recovery, and holistic medicine in general, is becoming more popular. Many people desire treatment that does not call for strong medications. Our society is quick to try to solve a problem with a pill. Need to lose weight? “Here take a pill.” Depressed? “Theres a pill for that.” Anxious, stressed, feeling overwhelmed? “We have…
Making the decision to go to inpatient drug rehab in Fayetteville is not something you do lightly. It takes a lot of courage to leave your life behind and seek treatment for your drug addiction. If you have a job or career, you will have to put it on hold while you attend treatment. You…
Making the decision to seek drug rehab can be difficult and painful. Many addicts fear they will lose their job if they go away to rehab. Others are afraid of what people will say if they find out they sought help for their addiction. You may be overwhelmed by the prospect of returning to work…
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that opioid overdoses took over 1,500 lives in 2016 in NC. Suboxone, the most popular treatment for opioid addiction is among the 50 best-sold drugs throughout the country. Unfortunately, in many Asheville, NC, cases, it solves one problem but creates another one. Patients using Suboxone to treat their…
Heroin addiction treatment starts with big changes. The chance to have a fulfilling life is possible. Treatment for addiction at the Asheville Recovery Center focuses on success. Our primary focus is getting you addiction free so that you can enjoy the life you are meant to have. Heroin Addict A heroin addict will go through…
What are the Differences between Individual and Group Therapies for Drug Addiction in Asheville, NC? A drug dependent individual may have recourse to two possible methods of treatment: individual therapy or group therapy. Both methods involve a patient/s and a therapist communicating with one another as means to address the causes and dangers of drug…
What’s a functioning drug addict? Surely, you’ve heard the term before. You might even know someone who seems to be one. But, what exactly does it mean? Well, the definition of a functioning addict might be different for everyone. However, no matter how you define it, saying that someone is a functioning drug addict is…
Dating and relationships aren’t easy for anyone. You can be the strongest person in the world, with no issues regarding drug or alcohol abuse, and still be brought to your knees by a troublesome relationship. When it comes to relationships in recovery, it is essential to give yourself time to get into one, and when…
