Opioid addiction is a chronic disease that can lead to serious health, social, and financial complications. Opioids are medications that work on the central nervous system to create pleasurable effects and pain relief. Some opioids are legally prescribed to treat serious and chronic pain. While others, such as methamphetamine, are illicit substances that are abused. … Read More
Millions of adolescents and adults in the United States suffer from substance abuse and mental health problems, contributing significantly to the nation’s disease burden. The drug crisis in the United States is multifaceted. Although examining the face of addiction is important, the next phase is to determine whether individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) are … Read More
Drug use and misuse remain an issue in every nation, with an estimated 5.4 percent of the global population using drugs in 2018. The United States, in particular, has a long and interesting history with drugs, going so far as to wage a “War on Drugs.” But despite its tough drug policy and harsh regulations, … Read More
The opioid epidemic remains a crisis in the U.S and around the world. The number of deaths and hospitalizations associated with opioids, including prescription painkillers, illicit drugs, and analogs, has reached epidemic levels. And as a result, drug overdose is currently the leading cause of accidental deaths in the U.S. The number of deaths related … Read More
In the United States, drug use has risen across all generations, genders, and demographics. Drug misuse has reached unprecedented levels, whether it’s heroin, prescription medication, marijuana, or synthetics. Since drugs are illegal and many people don’t discuss their drug use openly, assessing the exact scope of drug use in the United States is extremely difficult. … Read More
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines methamphetamine as an extremely addictive central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that can cause significant harm to users when misused. Regrettably, though, the availability of methamphetamine and the consequences of its use have increased dramatically in the US in recent years. Between 2015 and 2018, a total … Read More
Mental illnesses include several conditions, varying in levels of complexity, spanning from mild-moderate-to-severe. And finding a treatment provider for these conditions can be daunting, particularly finding someone who meets all your needs. It’s also important to understand that finding a licensed therapist alone isn’t enough. It’s also important to consider other aspects and requirements when … Read More
Your odds of conquering addictions are greater with long-term maintenance therapy that incorporates FDA-approved medications along with some form of behavioral therapy or counseling. This treatment method is known as medication-assisted treatment or MAT, and it helps you preserve recovery when dealing with addictions. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) characterizes MAT … Read More
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is a type of treatment program that helps address addictions, depression, eating disorders, and other forms of dependencies that do not require detoxification or round-the-clock care or supervision. IOP treatments require patients to visit a treatment center several days per week for a few hours per session. Unlike inpatient treatments, … Read More
