It can be difficult to prevent an opioid overdose because you may not know the potency of the substances you’re using. In a hospital setting, healthcare providers order several tests to check for any complications. They may perform other forms of medical care other than naloxone, such as intubation to help with breathing. A person…
Mental illness and substance abuse often co-occur such as alcoholism and anxiety, as well as, alcoholism and depression, and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and depression. Embarking on the path to sobriety opens doors to new challenges, and mood swings are part of this transformative journey. It’s reassuring to know that approximately 80% of…
Exercise helps reduce drug cravings, one of the main causes of relapse. It’s not necessary to go from sedentary to a serious athlete to realize the benefits of physical activity. Taking a walk in the outdoors is an effortless way to incorporate physical activity into everyday routine. Tips to Quit Meth The longer someone takes…
People in recovery from methamphetamine addiction must commit to staying sober for their entire lives. Pleasurable experience, a burst of dopamine signals that something important is happening that needs to be remembered. This dopamine signal causes changes in neural connectivity that make it easier to repeat the activity again and again without thinking about it,…