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Heroin is highly addictive and it may not be easy for you to detox and recover. If you’re wondering whether you can detox from heroin at home, instead of rehab, think again. Read on to understand why heroin detox on your own is not a...
Dual diagnosis refers to a treatment facility for individuals who suffer from both mental illness and substance abuse. There are currently more than 50% of Americans suffering from psychological disorders, following substance abuse reports the Journal of the American Medical Association. Many such individuals suffering from...
Dr. Michael S. Duffy, Sr., DO, Medical Director of one of San Diego’s leading addiction treatment facilities is proud to announce a strategic change in its Senior Leadership. Opioid and illicit drug use in San Diego is at an all time high. According to the...
Alcohol addicts often don’t want help. They hide their problem as well as their struggle. Hiding allows them to go on drinking. Without professional help, the drinker can go on for long till s/he hits rock bottom. The longer they drink at dangerous levels, the...
Recovery from substance abuse is a step-by-step process. After medical detox, people go through different types of treatment – inpatient and outpatient. Read on to learn how an intensive outpatient treatment helps you recover allows you to choose a program that’s right for you. Intensive Outpatient...
If you or a loved one is seeking addiction treatment, and ant to recover at home instead of checking into rehab, it is important to understand the difference between outpatient program and intensive outpatient program. Many drug rehab centers offer inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs....
Outpatient substance abuse rehab involves the patient traveling to a center to attend therapy sessions and can return home the same day. While you may be discharged from inpatient rehab because you are doing well enough to go home, you may still need ongoing support...
Prescription painkillers may prove effective in chronic pain relief. They are often the first line of defense against pain. While these drugs are legal when properly prescribed by a doctor, they can be highly addictive. So how do you know when you or a loved one...
Drug overdose is a major problem in the United States. Illicit and prescription drug abuse has plagued our country for years, and now, the statistics apply to professional athletes. In a recent survey of more than 150 NFL players, the use of chemical opioids was...
Millions of recovering drug and alcohol addicts suffer daily the United States. According to the National Institutes of Health, around 7 million people are users of psychotherapeutic drugs that are taken illegally or non-medically. These drugs include pain relievers, tranquilizers, sedatives, and stimulants. Also,...
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