Author: Alex Thompson

The free base, sometimes known as crack, is a smokable form of cocaine. Coca leaves have been used as a stimulant by some indigenous people of South America since historical times. Purified cocaine has been misused as a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant since the early years of the twentieth century. This cracker toffee is […]

One study of treatment facilities found that almost 80% of people undergoing therapy for cessation received medications. Research suggests the success of MET may depend on the type of substance used. It appears to be more effective for people with alcohol or cannabis addictions. Psychotherapy can also treat other mental health conditions that often play […]

Hazelden Betty Ford is in-network with most insurance carriers, and most of our patients use their health insurance benefits to help cover treatment costs. Insurance policies and benefits vary greatly, so it’s important to check with your provider about coverage specifics in your case. Some short-term inpatient rehab programs may last only a few days […]

If you have excessive yawning and other signs of stroke, like sudden numbness or weakness in your face, arm or leg, get emergency medical care. In humans and certain social animals, seeing or hearing another yawn can trigger yawning. Once again, researchers don’t know for sure why this happens. But they think it’s related to […]

By seeking help through self-care and therapy, you will begin to find yourself again. Mental health is as important as physical health and both your mind and body will thank you.Jeremy Divinity is a blogger, freelance writer, and digital marketer from Los Angeles. He writes for onlinemswprograms.com and publishes on his personal blog which can […]

Instruct patients to look for acetaminophen or APAP on package labels and not to use more than oneproduct that contains acetaminophen. Instruct patients to seek medical attention immediately uponingestion of more than 4,000 milligrams of acetaminophen per day, even if they feel well. Life-threatening respiratory depression is more likely tooccur in elderly, cachectic, or debilitated […]

As an addiction treatment caregiver, you’ll ensure that patients in treatment centers adhere to guidelines and progress on their path to recovery. This can involve everything from administering medication to providing emotional support. Let’s examine these 12-step programs more closely, including the individual steps and the traditions that help guide them. We’ll also explore their […]

The tapering process should always be conducted under medical supervision to prevent complications and adjust the tapering schedule as needed for the individual’s safety and comfort. In medical detox, you are admitted to a facility where you are tapered off Ambien under round-the-clock medical care. After detox is complete, the process of rehab can help […]

There are a range of symptoms you can experience when you stop drinking. Tapering can help minimize these symptoms, but you might still experience some of them while your body adjusts to the lack of alcohol. There are several ways to taper your alcohol consumption without therapy. Withdrawal and Safety When Tapering Off Alcohol Establishing […]

Emotionally, you may feel some anxiety or sadness about ending a chapter of your life and nervousness about the future. It’s important to remember that labeling yourself is not necessary to take a step back and reconsider alcohol’s role in your life. That’s why Mehta recommends being kind to yourself and thinking about this as […]