As parents, it’s hard to watch your child suffer, but it’s even harder to watch them needlessly suffer at the hands of addiction. If your teen is abusing drugs, you’re… Read More
How Suboxone and Subutex Can Help Chronic Pain
Anyone who suffers from chronic pain knows how difficult it is to lead a normal life. Chronic pain is not only physically debilitating, but can also become psychologically and emotionally… Read More
Suboxone and Opiate Detox
When prescription painkillers are used properly, addiction is rare. Unfortunately for some, long-term use or abuse of painkillers can spiral into physical dependence and addiction. Recovering from opiate addiction can… Read More
Ecstasy Detoxification Treatment
Ecstasy is often abused for its ‘rewarding’ effects of extreme euphoria, but Ecstasy abuse can also lead to severe psychological effects of depression, anxiety, paranoia, sleep problems and even permanent… Read More
Drug Detox and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time that introduces many confusing and often scary decisions about your health and the health of your unborn baby. One of the hardest decisions for pregnant… Read More
MDs gain prominence in a patient-centered program
by Barbara Woods, LCSW, ACSW With the advent of the current economic crisis, addiction treatment facilities across the country have faced greater challenges than ever before. Perhaps it is better… Read More
Drug Detox Treatment for Women
Women face a unique set of challenges when dealing with drug and alcohol addiction. Traditional drug detox is a good start for any recovery process, but women also benefit from… Read More
Marijuana Detox Treatment
Many people falsely believe that marijuana is a ‘safe’ drug that is not addictive. The truth is, however, that long-term marijuana abuse — just like any other drug abuse —… Read More
Alcohol Detox Programs: Why They’re Necessary
People who drink heavily for a long period of time will become physically dependent on alcohol, making it very difficult to quit drinking on their own. Quitting ‘cold turkey’ can… Read More
Prescription Painkiller Detox
The abuse of prescription painkillers is a growing problem in the United States. According to statistics, an estimated 20 percent of Americans use prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons. Misuse and… Read More
