Do you know the technical drug withdrawal definition? While many people know about drug withdrawal, they often don’t know why it happens. Understanding more about the withdrawal process can help people discover why it’s so important to get professional help from a drug detox center. It can also shed light on why so many people…
Marijuana is the most commonly used and abused the illicit drug in the United States. Although a fair number of states have decriminalized recreational marijuana use, marijuana possession is still technically illegal under federal law. Regardless of its legal or illegal status, nearly 70% of Americans have tried marijuana at least once in their lifetime.…
People often wonder why a person can’t summon the willpower to get sober on his or her own. Typically, a person will relapse within the first week or two of trying to get clean because the symptoms of drug withdrawal are so uncomfortable. Different drugs have different withdrawal symptoms, both mental and physical. In some…
To end an addiction to alcohol, you will have to go through withdrawal. Sadly, many individuals are so worried about what alcohol withdrawal will be like that they choose not to get sober at all—having a better understanding of what to expect can encourage those struggling with alcoholism to seek help and begin the journey…
Most people start taking drugs for experimental purposes or in social situations. However, it’s very easy for occasional users to turn into abusers. Once this happens, drug addiction is only a step away. If individuals who develop addictions attempt to stop using drugs, they will experience drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Do you need to…
Opiates are a form of synthetic or natural opioids derived from the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. They are very beneficial in treating pain, suppressing coughs, and treating diarrhea. Opiates are safe to take when you follow your prescription and work with your doctor to manage your symptoms. Men and women with an opiate addiction will…
Addiction is a mental health disorder that can cause physical changes in your brain that become permanent with long-term use. What is post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS)? For men and women who abuse drugs or alcohol for several years, they can continue to experience the psychological effects of withdrawals sporadically for months or years after detoxing.…
People often describe being dope sick as one of the most frightening and excruciatingly uncomfortable experiences anyone could endure. Dope sickness consists of a group of symptoms that occur when you stop taking your drug of choice. It’s most often referring to withdrawal from opiates such as heroin, fentanyl, morphine, or prescription opioids. If your…
Portland continues to see climbing addiction rates that are higher than the national average. The last few years have left a lot of men and women struggling with depression and other mental health issues. Consequently, many have turned to drugs and alcohol in order to cope. They then end up with an addiction that requires…
Many people who struggle with addiction want to stop using drugs. However, they’re afraid of the withdrawal symptoms. This is an understandable fear. Drug withdrawal symptoms can be agonizing. Every drug produces different withdrawal symptoms. Individuals also experience withdrawal differently. Understanding withdrawal is important if you’re trying to quit or helping a loved one through…