Ecstasy is the common street name for MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine), a synthetic, psychoactive drug that produces stimulant and hallucinogenic effects. Ecstasy produces increased euphoria, energy, emotional warmth and distorted perceptions of… Read More
Casa Palmera at the Moment of Change Conference
Casa Palmera is pleased to announce Dr Terry Egan will be speaking about “The Spiritual and Scientific Evolution of Intervention with Chronic Pain” at the Moment of Change Conference at… Read More
What Parents Should Know About Heroin Use
Heroin is one of the most addictive drugs out there, and can quickly cause physical dependence and addiction. According to a recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health, almost… Read More
What Parents Should Know About Marijuana Use
Marijuana is the most frequently used illegal drug in the United States. Over 30 percent of high school seniors have tried marijuana at least once and nearly 50 percent of… Read More
Alcohol Rehabilitation Statistics
Over 17 million adults in the United States can be classified as alcoholics or as having a problem with alcohol, but of these, less than 8 percent receive the help… Read More
What Parents Should Know About Alcohol Use
According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, almost 80 percent of high school students have tried alcohol. Next to marijuana, alcohol is the most widely used drug… Read More
The Mental Effects of Alcoholism
Alcoholism causes a variety of physical consequences that are well known and easy to recognize, but it also causes a variety of psychological consequences that people rarely discuss. When… Read More
12 Step Programs in Alcohol Rehab Centers
Twelve-step programs are an integral part of many alcohol rehab centers and have been for decades. This widely-used form of treatment uses group support and a set of guided principles… Read More
Alcoholism Signs: When Do You Know You’re an Alcoholic?
What Makes You an Alcoholic? Social drinking is a big part of our culture, which can lead many people to abuse alcohol without realizing that it’s become a problem. Alcohol… Read More
Different Types of Alcohol Rehab: Which One is Right for You?
Admitting you have a problem with alcohol takes an enormous amount of strength and courage, and is the first step to recovery. The second step is getting help for your… Read More
