What are the most common addictions that are severe enough to necessitate addiction treatment programs? Understanding the existing drug hazards is crucial to prevention and…
A casual party can quickly turn into a night of heavy drinking. With beer and liquor flowing, it can be easy to lose track of…
“Psychoactive drugs,” “psychotropic drugs,” or “hallucinogens”—you may be familiar with one or all of these terms. If you have questions about them, getting the necessary…
What do Americans need to know about alcohol poisoning? The facts about alcohol poisoning are sobering and alarming. Alcohol poisoning leads to confusion, coma, and…
If someone you love is affected by addiction, it can be challenging to understand their reasons for drug or alcohol abuse. Maybe you’ve suggested they…
Heroin has been around for centuries. From the big screen to the opioid epidemic, there may not be a more well-known addictive drug. Unfortunately, the…
While originally developed as medical anesthesia, the detrimental effects of barbiturates quickly became apparent, and barbiturates abuse is now a very real story for many…
The opioid epidemic is nothing new at this point. However, the recent popularity of fentanyl has only escalated the problem. Fentanyl and the opioid epidemic…
Most people make a New Year’s resolution at the start of a new year, and they’re eager to keep it. For many of those people,…
At Northpoint Recovery, we understand that the abuse of any type of drug, whether an illegal street drug or a prescription medication, can lead to…
