High-performing and high-earning professionals, such as business executives, doctors, and lawyers, often have stressful, fast-paced, and sleep-deprived careers. Over time, intense demands, competition, and stress lead to exhaustion or burnout, leading to professionals and addiction. It’s well established that stress is a risk factor that contributes to substance use and addiction.1 Similar to how financial,…
Ibogaine and Kratom have been hyped for their alleged abilities to ease opioid withdrawals and reduce the likelihood of relapses. However, these drugs are far from a miracle addiction cure. Ibogaine does have some promising possibilities in the field of recovery science. But these remedies are not miracle solutions to quit opioids cold turkey. Neither…
Weed has a reputation for being relatively harmless, but in reality, the effects of marijuana are unpredictable and potentially dangerous. Despite the occasional controversy, many people view this drug as nothing more than a quick and convenient means to relax or relieve stress. However, marijuana, like most other substances, is not as harmless as it…
Work stress is common in America, especially these days, but things get even worse when job burnout leads to a substance abuse problem. Many of us have come home after a long day of work, poured a stiff drink, and settled back on the couch. Others will meet up with friends at a bar to…
Detoxification (or detox) is the process of eliminating an addictive substance like alcohol from your body. However, it’s not as straightforward as simply stopping drinking alcohol on your own. A sudden detox can cause dangerous withdrawal symptoms like hallucinations and seizures when someone becomes dependent on alcohol. Therefore it’s essential for long-term or heavy alcohol…
If you or a loved one is dealing with the aftermath of surviving a drug overdose, it is essential to receive treatment at a Florida opioid rehab center for the best shot at long-term health and happiness. Since 1999, drug overdoses have taken the lives of almost 814,000 individuals in the United States.1 Fortunately, the…
Substance use disorder is a mental health condition in which the sufferer has a physical and psychological dependence on drugs or alcohol. This causes significant distress on one’s health, happiness, and relationships with friends and family. Unfortunately, one of the populations that are most susceptible to this painful condition is United States veterans. More specifically,…
Coming home after years in the military is a time of drastic change and adjustment for most military veterans. One day, you’re on top of the world, you know your place, and you have a mission. The next moment, you’re placed in the civilian world and you expect yourself to know where to go and…
For decades, researchers have tried to identify the primary reasons someone becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol. Despite varying theories that have evolved over the years, five primary factors contribute to someone becoming addicted to drugs and alcohol. These factors include genetic components, environmental factors, chronic stress, trauma & adverse childhood experiences, and mental health.…
Individuals diagnosed with a substance use disorder1 can experience many associated symptoms or symptoms of co-occurring disorders. It’s essential to recognize that co-occurring disorders are common in these individuals and sometimes complicate their diagnosis. Often, substance use disorder and mental illness2 go hand in hand. Specialists can diagnose each disorder separately, but a person can…