You are ready to get the help you need for drug or alcohol addiction. It is one of the biggest changes that you will make in your lifetime. For many men and women, this is also a time for apprehension. How can you ensure that you will do well both in treatment and later in…
The transition from rehab to the real world isn’t always an easy one. Many people find it intimidating and scary. This intimidation often leads people to relapse and start using drugs again. Thankfully, sober living is a rehab program that can help them avoid the endless cycle. What Is Sober Living? Many rehab centers offer…
Going to rehab isn’t something that people do regularly. Those who have never been typically don’t know what to bring to rehab. In fact, it’s a challenge to figure out what people can bring because rehab centers have strict policies. What You Can and Can’t Bring to Rehab In most cases, rehab centers allow people…
Many disabilities and disorders affect the way that people live their daily lives. One example is panic disorder. However, is panic disorder a disability? Whether people have this disorder or know someone who does, knowing the answer can be beneficial. Is Panic Disorder a Disability? The answer to this question is complicated because it depends…
Many people wonder about scopolamine side effects. This dangerous prescription drug treats Parkinson’s disease, muscle spasms, and irritable bowel syndrome. However, as Vice News reported, the drug is also used to render people “submissive” to captors or those who wish to harm them. If you abuse scopolamine, treatment is the only way out of your…
Perhaps you’ve wondered, what is THC? THC stands for Tetrahydrocannabinol. It’s one of the chemicals that makes cannabis affect the brain. You can find it in marijuana and in medications like Marinol. Medical Use of THC Marinol is a medicine that sustains appetite in people with diseases such as HIV/AIDS and cancer. It can also…
If you or someone you care about struggles with addiction, then you probably already know all about detox and rehab. Treating an addiction is critical, and the first few weeks are certainly very important. However, sobriety is a lifetime goal. That means that aftercare, or what happens after treatment ends, is also important. Transitioning Back…