These resources provide you with a wide range of alcohol and drug facts to educate you about the physical and emotional side effects of drinking and using drugs.
Addicted To Sexting…what is it? It’s not uncommon to go out to a local restaurant and see 10 people sitting at a table all interacting with their phones instead of one another. It’s bizarre, but a harsh reality. The most recent statistic states that 81% of Americans are smartphone owners. I can only assume the … Read More
Gabapentin and Alcohol…what is the difference? Gabapentin has long been used as a drug to treat seizures and convulsions. Initially, the drug was used for its antispasmodic action as an immediate treatment for convulsions. It helps in the relaxation of muscles and therefore is also used as an anti-epileptic medicine. Gabapentin works in conjunction with … Read More
The Hijacked Brain… The doctor walks in. Head burrowed to his chest, meticulously scanning the diagnosis before him. Perturbed, he seemingly stares at the file as if it were staring back. Equally bewildered, the awaiting patient nervously inquires, “C’mon, already!” The doctor making immediate and sharp eye contact promptly replies, “I’m sorry, but this cannot … Read More
What Does Cross Addiction And Cross Dependence Mean? Cross addiction and cross dependence are the same thing. The terms are 100% interchangeable. Yet, in my opinion, there is a reason behind the variation. It appears it would be the drug companies that favored the term “dependence. Think about it, it’s easier to pedal pharmaceuticals without … Read More
Life After Rehab: The Post Rehab Facts Learn the critical components that help you stay sober after addiction treatment. One of the most startling revelations of being a drug and alcohol counselor is the appalling lack of urgency in the clientele. The fact that this surprised me was also in fact surprising. Having been a … Read More
Why You Need Refusal Skills For Alcohol If you’re reading this it’s safe to assume you: If you’re honest with yourself, alcohol is inescapable. Avoiding it for a time is not only prudent but doable. However, eventually, you’ll face the siren and she will most certainly call from her rocks (obscure reference to Greek mythology, … Read More