by Katie Sebastyn | Mar 18, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Daylight Savings Time, Mental Health, Relapse Prevention, Sober Living, Sobriety
Maintaining Sobriety During Daylight Savings Time Every March, millions of Americans participate in the yearly tradition of “springing forward” for Daylight Savings Time (DST). Although this one-hour shift may seem insignificant, it can have a significant...
by Katie Sebastyn | Mar 11, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Opioids, Withdrawal, Zofran
Understanding Opioid Withdrawal and the Role of Zofran Opioid withdrawal syndrome occurs when a person who has developed physical dependence on opioids suddenly stops or reduces their use. Your body, having adapted to the presence of opioids, reacts with a series of...
by Katie Sebastyn | Feb 25, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Mental Health, Spirituality
The Role of Spirituality in Recovery Addiction recovery is more than just breaking free from substance use; it’s about rediscovering a sense of purpose, connection, and inner peace. Spirituality and Recovery often intersect, offering individuals the strength to...
by Katie Sebastyn | Feb 7, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Cross-Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Gabapentin, Mental Health, Prescription Drug Addiction
Introduction Gabapentin, a prescription medication initially developed to treat epilepsy and neuropathic pain, has become a major concern in Vermont’s fight against substance abuse. This anticonvulsant medication, sold under brand names like Neurontin and...
by Katie Sebastyn | Feb 4, 2025 | Addiction Counseling, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, ADHD, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health
Introduction Adderall is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States, serving as an important treatment option for individuals with ADHD and narcolepsy. This prescription stimulant has helped millions manage their symptoms and improve their...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jan 24, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Genetics and Addiction, Mental Health, Therapy
Introduction Alcohol addiction is a complex disorder characterized by an uncontrollable urge to drink despite negative consequences. This chronic disease affects millions of lives, disrupting personal relationships, careers, and health. The medical community...
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