What are medication assisted treatment (MAT) programs? How do they work? Why are they necessary? These are the things we’ll cover in this quick guide. To better understand this specialized form of treatment, we need to first look at the current opioid addiction situation around the globe. Opioid Abuse Overview Opioid use and its almost …
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There are several ways of speeding up the process of drug detoxification. The best way to do this is to stop using the substance completely. But for some, this can be extremely challenging. Drug detox kits, especially the ones readily available in the market, can’t help you “detox” to quit drug or alcohol addiction. Generally, …
We all make mistakes and poor decisions, some leading to addiction and other degenerative habits. But the important thing is that we always aim towards recovery. One way to help people release themselves from chains of addiction is through an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Of course, it’s equally important that they decide to seek help …
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Whether you have a loved one who is addicted to drugs or you have been using crack, you start wondering how long crack stays in your system. Crack, which derives from cocaine and is considered one of the most popular illegal drugs, can be easily detected in urine for up to five days right after …
No matter what type of drugs someone uses, they will eventually affect the brain. Snorting, drinking, injecting, swallowing, or combining these ways will ultimately deliver drugs to the bloodstream, moving next to the brain. Since the brain has a role in managing all thoughts and functions, it makes sense that a particular drug would have …
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