For about two decades, prescription heroin was administered to patients. It was considered a wonder drug for its effectiveness in respiratory diseases. The Bayer Company…
They are called “Xanie Tarts” – Xanax-laced versions of the popular Sweet Tarts candy. And, despite their innocent appearance, law enforcement officials are warning parents,…
With a recent trend in addiction treatment appearing consistently in newspapers and magazines, many people are left wondering: what’s a sober coach anyway, and is…
Even a brief overview of opioid overdose stats make it clear that the first ninety days of recovery are the most critical for ensuring long-term…
What is the relationship between schizophrenia and the various forms of addiction? Substance abuse disorders often co-occur with mental illnesses. Although they are separate medical…
“High-functioning alcoholic”…ME? I didn’t even know what the term meant. But despite all appearances to the contrary, I had a secret that was destroying my…
How does binge-drinking lead to binge-eating? It’s a well-known phenomenon—you go out drinking, and at the end of the night, you are so hungry, you…
Just in time for April’s Alcohol Awareness Month, Utah legislators have just signed a new bill lowering the legal blood alcohol content down to 0.05%.…
One of the biggest obstacles in dealing with and overcoming addiction is education. Whether it’s learning about what treatment options are available to you, finding…
When you’re addicted to a substance, your mind is physically re-wired to make drug-seeking choices for you. If both your mind and your body say…