by Katie Sebastyn | Dec 27, 2024 | ibuprofen, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Pain Management
The Hidden Dangers of Ibuprofen Overuse That bottle of ibuprofen in your medicine cabinet might seem harmless, but its casual use can hide serious health risks. Many Americans reach for these pain relievers daily without considering the potential consequences of...
by Katie Sebastyn | Dec 20, 2024 | Mental Health, Addiction, Trauma
Introduction Trauma and addiction are closely linked, creating a cycle that can be difficult to escape. Research indicates that people who have experienced trauma are much more likely to develop substance use disorders, and addiction can also lead to traumatic...
by Katie Sebastyn | Dec 17, 2024 | fentanyl, Addiction Counseling, Addiction Treatment, Fentanyl Addiction, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Treatment
Introduction Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has significantly contributed to the worsening opioid epidemic. Initially created for medical use, its ability to relieve pain is 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. This extreme strength makes fentanyl...
by Katie Sebastyn | Dec 3, 2024 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Use Disorder, Prescription Drug Addiction, Prescription Medication
Introduction Mixing prescription medications and alcohol can be extremely dangerous. This issue is becoming more and more relevant in today’s society. Prescription medications, such as opioids, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants, are meant to treat specific...
by Katie Sebastyn | Nov 26, 2024 | Cross-Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Relapse Prevention
Introduction In the world of addiction recovery, many people find that tackling one addiction is just the beginning. Unfortunately, breaking free from one substance or behavior can sometimes pave the way for a new dependency, known as cross-addiction. Cross-addiction...
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