How to Taper Off Suboxone
Suboxone can help provide relief from opioid withdrawal symptoms when starting recovery from opioid use disorder. The drug can also be used to help people maintain their newly found opioid-free life while reducing the risk of relapse. Eventually, many people reach a point in their recovery where they no longer need suboxone. This leads them […]
The Truth About Chemsex & Slamsex
Chemsex and slamsex are risky recreational behaviors that can expose people to considerable physical and psychological harm. What is Chemsex? Chemsex is a portmanteau, or a word that is created by blending two other words together. In the case of chemsex, the two original words were chemicals (drugs) and sex. The term chemsex refers to […]
Seroquel Side Effects and Addiction
Seroquel can be a source of immense relief and improved quality of life for people who have certain mental health concerns. However, as with most other prescription medications, using Seroquel can expose a person to a range of problematic side effects, including addiction. What is Seroquel? Seroquel is the brand name of a prescription medication […]
What Does Nodding Out From Heroin Mean?
Nodding out sounds a lot like dozing off. But when heroin is involved, nodding can be a sign of a serious problem. It can also be a precursor to a variety of life-threating effects. What is Nodding Out? Nodding out is sometimes also called nodding off, having the nods, or being on the nod. Regardless […]
Justin Timberlake: Alcohol & DWI
Photo: Justin Timberlake | Sag Harbor Police Department On June 18, news broke that pop star Justin Timberlake had been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. As expected, this prompted a range of responses on social media, from memes mocking the famous entertainer to serious questions about Justin Timberlake, alcohol, and addiction. Justin […]
AA Daily Meditation
Every day, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) posts messages to support those who are working to maintain their recovery. You don’t have to be an active AA participant, or even follow the 12-Step model, to benefit from AA’s daily reflections and meditations. What Is an AA Daily Meditation? The first thing to know about an AA daily […]
Addressing Molly Addiction
Many people mistakenly believe that molly is a harmless drug that poses no risk of long-term damage. When you get the facts about this drug, you will understand that using it can expose you to several types of harm, including the development of molly addiction. What Is Molly? Molly is a slang term for a […]