Author: James Anderson

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James Anderson, a seasoned social worker boasting a decade of expertise, secured his psychology credentials from Boston University. Immediately upon concluding his academic journey, he devoted his energies to aiding individuals grappling with alcohol and drug dependency. Currently, he channels his vast knowledge into crafting insightful articles aimed at combating substance abuse, offering guidance and support through his blog.

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

How long does marijuana stay in your system? Blood, urine, and hair

Higher doses and more frequent use tend to increase the amount of time it takes to eliminate THC and its metabolites from your system. Some of these factors, such as body mass index (BMI) and metabolic rate, aren’t related to the drug itself, but to how your body processes it. THC is absorbed by the […]

Drug Addiction

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

Rewarding recovery: the time is now for contingency management for opioid use disorder PMC

American Indian (AI)/Alaska Native (AN) adults have some of the highest alcohol-abstinence rates compared to the general US population.68,69 However, many AI/AN communities continue to suffer from alcohol-related health inequities. In the largest clinical trial for alcohol-use disorders among AI/AN adults, three tribal communities partnered with university researchers to adapt and implement CM for alcohol-use […]

Detox

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

Alcohol’s Effects on the Body National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA

This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Every state in the U.S. has a legal limit (or a […]

Alcohol Abuse

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

Developing Effective Coping Skills for Substance Abuse Recovery

The single most popular path is the use of peer support groups in the community. There are plenty of unhealthy coping skills you can practice while recovering from addiction, but these won’t get you anywhere. Below are 10 ways you can practice healthy coping skills in recovery. Relapse triggers can be environmental, emotional, or social […]

Detox

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

What Are the Effects & Risks of Ecstacy on the Body?

The amount of time it takes to get molly out of your system can depend on a wide range of factors related to your drug use, biological factors, and overall health. Hair testing is commonly used to detect chronic, or repeated patterns, of substance use. Saliva tests are a common method used to test for […]

Drug Addiction

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

Contingency plan examples: A step-by-step guide to help your business prepare for the unexpected

Kropp, Lewis, and Winhusen (2017) provide an example of an implementation effort to integrate CM with 12-step treatment, and voices from non-research perspectives may be more convincing to clinicians than technical research reports. In implementation science more generally, Damschroder and Hagedorn (2011) likewise note the need to adapt evidence-based practices to the broader context, distinguishing […]

Detox

March 14, 2024

James Anderson

Ecstasy MDMA or Molly: Uses, Effects, Risks

This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts while using […]

Drug Addiction

March 13, 2024

James Anderson

Alcohol as a Seizure Trigger

Many people diagnosed with epilepsy have been told that alcohol and epilepsy should never mix because alcohol can trigger seizures. Many doctors and pharmacists recommend total abstinence from drinking, if possible. For some people, drinking alcohol can mean they get less sleep or forget to take their epilepsy medicine. Alcohol poisoning can lead to seizures, […]

Alcohol Abuse

March 13, 2024

James Anderson

Cocaine Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, And Treatment

While cold turkey detoxing at home is an option, it is not the safest way to proceed. Intense cravings combined with depression can lead individuals to relapse or engage in dangerous behavior. While the physical effects of cocaine withdrawal are tolerable, having medical support on hand can help ease the uncomfortable symptoms and prevent someone […]

Detox

March 13, 2024

James Anderson

Alcohol Intoxication: Acute, Symptoms, Treatments, Signs, and More

Alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening and needs immediate medical care. Alcoholic drinks contain a form of alcohol known as ethyl alcohol or ethanol. This is also found in mouthwashes, some medicines, and household products. Poisoning happens when you drink too much ethyl alcohol in a short space of time. Other kinds of alcohol that you […]

Alcohol Abuse