Monthly Archives: September 2019

Is Alcoholism a Disease?

Of all the substances that people abuse, alcohol is among the most dangerous. The substance is not only highly addictive but also extremely easy for people to get. However, there's one question that people typically...

What is Psychological Dependence?

When dealing with addiction, there’s a lot to consider. In fact, an individual who struggles with addiction has to deal with both physical and psychological dependence. Unfortunately, few people know what physical and psychological dependencies...

Is Vicodin an Opioid or Opiate?

Most people know that Vicodin is a brand-name painkiller that requires a prescription to buy. Beyond that, the majority of people don't know which drugs Vicodin contains. Also, many of them can't answer the question,...

What is OxyContin?

One drug that people hear a lot about, but don't always know much about, is OxyContin. However, most people are aware that the drug is an opioid that relieves pain. As an opioid, OxyContin contributes...

Percocet Side Effects

When it comes to medications that relieve pain, doctors prescribe Percocet for millions of people every year. Because of that, many of them think that the medication is safe to use. What they don't know...

What is Expressive Arts Therapy?

It’s no secret that addiction treatment will stir up powerful emotions. In fact, some people avoid recovery for fear of dealing with these emotions. However, the only way to heal is to work through challenging...

What are Schedule 2 Drugs?

The United States Drug Enforcement Administration recognizes five schedule categories. It sorts drugs according to their use in medicine along with the potential for abuse. Are you currently taking Schedule 2 drugs? If so, you’re...

How Long Does it Take to Detox From Alcohol?

You’re pretty sure that you’re dealing with a drinking problem. Time and again, you’ve tried quitting or at least cutting down. It didn’t work, and now you wake up to alcohol withdrawal symptoms. You may...