Detox

This medicine may cause a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder. MISUSE OF METHADONE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking illegal or recreational drugs while taking methadone. […]

Confidentiality is one of the main ethical concerns of working as a substance abuse counselor. However, federal laws protect the privacy of those undergoing therapy. Substance abuse counselors have firsthand knowledge of the need for more support and the challenges involved in helping people recover from addiction, but this doesn’t mean it’s always easy for […]

In our FORTITUDE specialty track, we offer group therapy exclusively for veterans and first responders. Many people with alcohol problems and their family members find that participating in support groups is an essential part of coping with the disease, preventing or dealing with relapses, and staying sober. Your health and wellness is unique to you, […]

They generally begin between 1.5 to 10 days after a decrease in dosage or discontinuation of the drug. The Discontinuation-Emergent Signs and Symptoms Scale, or DESS, is a checklist you can use to evaluate your symptoms and their severity. Prozac is unique among antidepressants because its withdrawal symptoms typically don’t appear for several weeks. Unfortunately, […]

The safest way to stop taking antidepressants is to slowly taper down your dose. Working with your doctor, you can reduce your dose over the course of one or two weeks. Wellbutrin withdrawal symptoms aren’t common, but those who experience them may become agitated and irritable. If bothersome or severe withdrawal symptoms develop, your healthcare […]

Anyone who wants to stop taking Trazodone and wishes to avoid harsh discontinuation syndrome symptoms should work with drug abuse medical professionals. While it is possible to stop use by going cold turkey, it is not advisable. A drug rehab center can offer the assistance needed to get clean without feeling miserable. While in rehab, […]

Often, people with alcohol use disorder find that other people in their lives spot their addiction long before they do. Therapy can help you understand why you drink and learn new habits so you can live a healthy lifestyle that doesn’t rely on alcohol as a crutch. It can also help you gain a new […]

If you aren’t able to breathe in enough oxygen, oxygen levels in your blood start to decrease, causing your skin, lips and fingers to turn blue (cyanosis). This lack of oxygen can also cause damage to your brain, heart and other organs. In most cases, if you’re not breathing again within three to five minutes, […]

Consider how drinking again will only prolong your addiction and create more pain as you enter detox again. Try to mentally connect your alcohol consumption to pain, not pleasure or relief. Although an at-home detox can be intense, there are ways to mitigate severe side effects. Mild withdrawal symptoms can be managed with hydration, rest […]

Depression and anxiety often go hand in hand with heavy drinking. Studies show that people who are alcohol dependent are two to three times as likely to suffer from major depression or anxiety over their lifetime. When addressing drinking problems, it’s important to also seek treatment for any accompanying medical and mental health issues. It’s […]