Alcoholism is a difficult disease to battle. Making the decision to enter treatment, whether it is on your own or because family members have expressed concern is a step in the right direction. You must be patient with this process, it takes time but you...
A dual diagnosis is the medical term used for experiencing a substance abuse problem and a mental condition simultaneously. Called dual diagnosis disorder, this is a very broad category. Many people have substance abuse along with depression and anxiety disorders and benefit from treatment at...
The Facts on Addiction Therapy There are many addictions that can take control of your life. The two most prevalent are illicit drugs and alcohol. With the lifestyle we as American lead, we don’t stop to consider if the occasional glass of wine with dinner or...
With addiction, the addict becomes caught up in a viscous cycle, and he/she is unable to break from of the addiction. Understanding this cycle of addiction helps you realize the causes and issues associated with this disease....
Choosing the best rehabilitation center is critical for your success to getting clean and staying that way. There are many rehabilitation (rehab) centers all across the United States, and it can be difficult to decide which one is best for you. Find out more about...
Medications commonly used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms during the alcohol detoxification process are Benzodiazepines, closely followed by barbiturates. Benzodiazepines such as Diazepam (Trade name - Valium), Chlordiazepoxide (Trade Name - Librium), Lorazepam (Trade Name - Ativan), and Oxazepam (Trade Name - Serax) are the most commonly used drugs. Benzodiazepines A common family of...
Alcoholism is as affection characteristic to people who abused alcohol for a long period of time. Many people ask themselves after a period of drinking if they need professional alcohol detox or can try detoxing at home....
Drug Detox in San Diego Drug detoxification is a term used to describe the interventional act of withdrawing oneself from the physical dependence of a drug; experiencing drug withdrawal symptoms; and undergoing appropriate medical treatment to flush out the excess toxins and chemicals from the body,...
Dual Diagnosis, also called as ‘Co-occurring disorder’ is referred to a condition in which the subject suffers from a combination of mental disorder and co-morbid substance abuse. Examples of dual-diagnosis conditions may include a psychiatric illness such as depression and alcohol dependence or a more...
It’s a well-known observation that substance abuse causes the diet to change. Whether it be a suppression of appetite, a hunger stimulant, or simply a difference in the types of foods being eaten. Different substances produce different results, but it can be deduced that nutrition...