Addiction does not only affect the addict. It also affects the entire family. Substance abuse can cause tremendous disfunction within every member of the family unit. This disfunction can cause family members to take on certain roles within the household just to...
With the continued legalization of marijuana, more and more companies are coming up with better ways to "enhance" their product to make more money. With these enhancements comes a much stronger and potent product of marijuana than there has ever been. This increased...
Like many things in life, addiction is often times a slow fade. People simply don't start out planning to be a black tar heroin addict who can't function in life. Most of the time, the use of less "hard drugs" gives way to more dangerous and addictive drugs. These...
San Diego is not only home to one of the most robust sobriety communities in all the world, it is also home to San Diego Sober Living. With over 50 miles of coastline, nearby mountains, a bustling downtown life and tons of tourist activities, San Diego is one of the...
No matter the problem: cocaine, alcohol, opioids, prescription drugs, or any other highly addictive substance. Addiction kills and causes untold trauma on the family structure. Addiction is a mental health disorder and should be treated as such. Substance Abuse...
What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is similar to morphine. While most opioids are derived from the naturally occurring opium poppy, fentanyl is part of a class of drugs called synthetic opioids. Synthetic opioids are manufactured in a...
Overcoming Obstacles to Substance Abuse Treatment For most people, the idea of getting sober can be scary, and many will attempt recovery on their own. In fact, most who need to seek substance abuse treatment don’t attempt to...
Contrary to popular opinion, it is not the Covid-19 virus that has had a tremendous impact on addiction and drug overdoses in the United States. In fact, it is the heavy-handed government response to this virus that has led to an...
For many in recovery from heroin, especially early recovery, they will be offered an opportunity to take drug such as suboxone, or methadone. These drugs can act as inhibitors to help avoid the physical pain that comes from heroin withdrawal. At its surface, this...