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.

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Why Does Alcohol Cause Bruising?

As a result, the number of RBC’s in the blood declines and patients develop anemia. Many patients also have some circulating RBC’s that contain ferritin granules called Pappenheimer bodies. The presence of these cells in the blood serves as an indicator of sideroblastic anemia and can prompt the physician to perform a bone marrow examination […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Alcohol use disorder Diagnosis and treatment

Some people with AUD become dependent on alcohol and have withdrawal symptoms when they suddenly stop drinking. The effects of withdrawal on your body and mind can be uncomfortable and dangerous. An outpatient service could involve meeting one-on-one with an addiction counselor, therapist, or psychologist in a clinic or office. Serious symptoms caused by delirium […]

Detox

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Antidepressants and Alcohol Interactions

In residential treatment, “an individual stays in a treatment setting, receives intensive therapy, and is physically separated from alcohol in order to recover,” says Kennedy. Because of this shared connection, treatment for both should include a diet to improve gut function and reduce endotoxin load that contributes to neuroinflammation. Following a Mediterranean diet rich in […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

What are whippet drugs? Risks, effects, and addiction

Read here to learn more about whippets and young people. Inhalants, like whippits, are not typically addictive, but that does not mean an addiction cannot develop. Like with any substance, repeated use and increased tolerance can lead to the development of a substance use disorder. Substances like nitrous oxide become addictive because people can become […]

Drug Addiction

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Overcoming Alcohol Addiction

Many people find that a combination of treatments works best, and you can get them together through a program. Some of these are inpatient or residential programs, where you stay at a treatment center for a while. Others are outpatient programs, where you live at home and go to the center for treatment. Your health […]

Detox

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Our Salvia Guide The Salvia Experience, Benefits, Dosage & More

It doesn’t cause you to see objects that aren’t truly there — it merely changes the way you perceive existing objects. High-dose salvia is achieved by smoking the concentrated leaf extract. The breath must be held for around 10 seconds or longer to reach this dose. The amount of salvia leaf that constitutes a low […]

Drug Addiction

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

ADHD and Alcohol: How They’re Linked Plus Interactions & Risk Factors

For example, one of the most commonly used approaches in the prevention of AODD is cognitive therapy designed to improve self-control and appropriate problem solving. Unfortunately, these cognitive techniques do not work with children with ADHD (Pelham et al. 1998), their efficacy with adolescents with ADHD has barely been studied (Smith et al. 2000), and […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Does Aetna Cover Drug and Alcohol Rehab?

Our team of experienced professionals will promptly reach out to your health insurance provider to validate your eligibility for rehab treatment. We will then contact you at your earliest convenience to go over your policy details and discuss the next steps. Other ways to help pay for the difference are reverse mortgages, annuities and trusts. […]

Detox

February 29, 2024

James Anderson

Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved three medications for treating alcohol dependence, and others are being tested to determine whether they are effective. Certain medications have been shown to effectively help people stop or reduce their drinking and avoid relapse. Many people struggle with controlling their drinking at some time in their […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 28, 2024

James Anderson

Can You Overdose on DMT?: DMT Overdose Signs The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health

But in rare cases, it’s possible for the drug to cause seizures or a coma. At high doses, heart attacks and an inability to breathe have occurred. Moody became so taken with his findings, he said they gave him “great confidence” in an afterlife. DMT is structurally related to the neurotransmitter serotonin. Heavy use, or […]

Drug Addiction