by Jodee Redmond | Mar 27, 2019 | Addiction |
Lying and addiction go together like smoke and fire. It’s virtually impossible to have one without the other. There are a number of reasons why people with substance abuse issues are less than truthful to their family members and friends, as well as to themselves....
by Jodee Redmond | Feb 27, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery |
If you are looking for help for an addicted loved one, don’t let myths about inpatient drug and alcohol addiction treatment facilities get in the way. Let’s dispel some of the myths and misconceptions about this treatment option. Myth No. 1: Inpatient Treatment...
by Jodee Redmond | Feb 13, 2019 | Addiction, Drug Abuse |
With so many recent headlines being taken up with the opioid crisis, it’s easy to overlook the fact that other medications also pose a potential threat to health and wellbeing when misused. Klonopin has the dubious distinction of being called “America’s next big drug...
by Jodee Redmond | Feb 5, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery |
Early recovery is a challenging time for people who are looking to heal from addiction to alcohol or other drugs. By the time your loved one gets into a residential treatment program, they may have been drinking or abusing drugs for some time. It’s not uncommon for...
by Jodee Redmond | Jan 28, 2019 | Addiction, Detoxification, Recovery |
Making a decision to seek help for substance abuse is a positive choice toward a brighter future. There are many inpatient recovery programs offering services to people living with addictions and finding the right one can seem challenging. An effective strategy is to...
by Jodee Redmond | Jan 21, 2019 | Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse |
It’s not uncommon for people who use drugs to use more than one at a time. Many people don’t consider alcohol to be a drug, even though it has the capability to alter a person’s mood and perceptions when they are under its influence. When heroin and alcohol are mixed,...
