When warm days of springs come along people are more motivated to eat healthy, however healthy eating can (and should) be done on a consistent basis throughout the year to help increase metabolism. Learn about foods that will help give metabolism an extra boost. Citrus Fruits Foods like oranges, grapefruit, lemons and limes contain Vitamin Read More…
Opioids are a very real and dangerous phenomenon which is growing steadily. It is difficult to listen to news without hearing reports of the epidemic hitting towns across the country. Prescription painkillers are one of the most widely prescribed classes of drugs in the world and are also found on the street. In 2014, tens Read More…
People typically want to have a quick and simple remedy for how to make it in recovery. Easy, painless solutions to help overcome anxieties and fears are the norm but is not necessarily true. It does not mean effective solutions are not on the horizon. Learn some tips for sticking to goals when things Read More…
Sobriety can really be a kick in the pants. Not only is the safety net of drugs or alcohol taken away but the veil is lifted and a person gets to see what lies underneath, perhaps for what feels like the very first time. It can be jarring and quite disconcerting to face it all Read More…
Doctor shopping is a primary way people with addiction obtain prescription drugs for non-medical use. When a person visits several doctors to get a prescription for the same medication in different locations, it can be dangerous and punishable under the law. Learn more about the risks and dangers of doctor shopping. Growing Trend Addressing Read More…
Synthetic or semi-synthetic opiates are some of the most addictive painkillers on the market today. Typically prescribed for chronic pain, the awareness exists of its potential for addiction but often happens when individual users try to control the dosages to manage pain or when unused pills are given away for non-medical use. Find out some Read More…
Sober friendships can be a lifeline when going through recovery. Friends are those people who an individual can come to rely on in any circumstances, know personal stories and situations but still are there no matter what, without judgment. One of the greatest things about recovery is building lasting bonds with others who are on Read More…
Sober friendships can be a lifeline when going through recovery. Friends are those people who an individual can come to rely on in any circumstances, know personal stories and situations but still are there no matter what, without judgment. One of the greatest things about recovery is building lasting bonds with others who are on Read More…
When treating drug addiction, relapse is at the heart of the issue. Initially, detox is challenging but the threat of relapse lasts long after detox and withdrawal symptoms subside. No medical treatments exist for cocaine addiction that support psychological so it is more challenging and leads to higher incidences of relapse. Learn more about the Read More…
Not all individuals who enjoy and seek out sex are really sex addicts. Not all individuals who enjoy and seek out sex are really sex addicts. Someone with a genuine sex addiction is characterized by a loss of control in regards to their relationship towards sex, multiple failed attempts to stop undesirable sexual behavior and a Read More…
