There are many reasons why people decide not to go to rehab. Too often the decision to avoid rehab is made for problematic reasons. In some instances, individuals are under a false assumption that they will not be able to afford rehab. Rehab facilities like Oasis Recovery in North Carolina work with clients to ensure…
Addiction is defined by the National Institute on Drug Abuse as “a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in the brain. It is considered both a complex brain disorder and a mental illness. Addiction is the most severe form of a full spectrum of substance…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, anywhere from 40-60% of individuals struggling with addiction will experience relapse. Though by no means a necessary experience on the path to recovery, it is nonetheless a very common one. It is important to know that relapse does not indicate that a person will never be able…
Withdrawal from opioids has similarities with other depressants. Keeping that in mind, opioid withdrawal can be particularly severe when an individual has developed an addiction to particularly potent synthetic opiates like fentanyl. If you or someone you love is struggling with ceasing opioid abuse in part due to the fear of withdrawal symptoms, Oasis Recovery…
What Is Long-Term Drug Rehab? According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Research indicates that most addicted individuals need at least 3 months in treatment to significantly reduce or stop their drug use and that the best outcomes occur with longer durations of treatment.” Long-term rehab is defined as residential, or inpatient, addiction treatment…
What Is Vyvanse: Vyvanse Uses & Dosages Vyvanse is a prescription medication used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Binge Eating Disorder (BED). It works as a central nervous system stimulant. Vyvanse is taken by mouth in the form of a chewable tablet or capsule, and these can range…
What Are The Benefits of Inpatient Rehab? Many important benefits of rehab, such as individual and group therapies, are available in both inpatient and outpatient rehab settings. However, there are some key differences in offering between inpatient and outpatient that it is crucial to be aware of when comparing the two. Benefits of inpatient rehab…
Methamphetamine is an extremely addictive psychostimulant drug. Tolerance to meth can be developed quickly, leading a meth user to depend on more and more of the substance to feel its effects. As tolerance increases and larger quantities of the drug are taken, physical dependence and addiction develop. Meth produces an intense but short-lived high that…
Not everyone is aware that there are medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options for alcoholism. It’s important to keep in mind that these treatment options are not a cure for an alcohol use disorder (AUD). Medications are used to help individuals who struggle with alcoholism get their lives back on track. This is similar to the way…
Wine is known to have health benefits. You may have heard that a glass a day is a good idea and can even promote longevity. Keeping that in mind, there’s a clear line between having an occasional drink and alcohol use disorder (AUD). There is an ongoing debate about whether or not it’s reasonable for…