Sober living

To make cocaine, the leaves are chemically processed and treated to form a powder. A German chemist named Albert Neiman first isolated the drug from coca leaves in 1860. In the early 1900s, cocaine was a common ingredient in herbal remedies for all sorts of illnesses. Surgeons used it to block pain before local anesthetics […]

Depending on the type of dependency, PAWS can last from six months to two years after you stop using drugs or alcohol. RehabAdviser.com is a tool for individuals seeking to find a Drug and/or Alcohol Rehab. We provide a list of treatment centers located within the United States that are JHACO or CARF accredited. Individuals

When her sister visited her in the summer of 1998 and brought along prescribed painkillers for a rib injury, Curtis said she hit her rock bottom. “I knew she had them in her suitcase in our guest room closet,” she told the publication, crying at the memory. Cyrus shared in 2022 that she’s been in recovery

Florida sober living homes are also monitored by a dedicated group of lawmakers and stakeholders in the state, called the Sober Homes Task Force, for insurance fraud and abuse. This task force plays a role in shaping legislation for the regulation of sober living homes in Florida. In 2020, Arizona began requiring sober living homes

Most of these homes are privately owned in quiet, peaceful neighborhoods; however, some homes are owned by businesses or charities. These homes are generally less structured than inpatient rehab programs, but there are still rules that all residents must follow in order to stay in the home. Residents can come and go as they please,

Mindfulness is the practice of observing the present moment without judgment. It can boost your sense of well-being and help you cope with drug cravings and other recovery-related challenges. Join 550,000+ helping professionals who get free, science-based tools sent directly to their inbox. PositivePsychology.com offers a wealth of therapy resources that can be used and

Notably, these mechanisms have not yet been validated experimentally in the kidney. Additional research is needed to clarify if alcohol does indeed promote kidney injury and the mechanisms by which alcohol-induced kidney injury may occur. When you drink heavily, your kidneys have to work harder to filter out the alcohol. And in rare cases, binge

This small but tight-knit community is known for its picturesque landscapes and strong sense of community. However, like many towns across the state, South Hadley faces challenges related to substance abuse, including alcohol addiction. Halfway houses in Massachusetts serve as sanctuaries within a landscape shaped by the allure of alcohol, providing a supportive environment where

What’s more dangerous, however, are people with ADHD are more likely to develop alcoholism. Mixing the two can lead to alcohol poisoning, heart problems, and behavioral issues. Even if you have a prescription for Adderall, you should not drink alcohol during treatment. The largest group abusing these drugs is full-time college students. Students may use

The CARF-certified facility is located in the waterfront section of Red Hook, with rooftop views of New York Bay and the Statue of Liberty. Serving the New York area, Unitas – Saint Mark’s Institute for Health is a clinic that runs a medically supervised outpatient treatment program for substance abuse and alcoholism. Saint Mark’s Institute