Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 23, 2023 Updated: March 13, 2023 It is a common misconception that drug tolerance, dependence, and addiction describe the same condition. These terms refer to how drugs or alcohol affect a person’s body and brain. Knowing the difference between tolerance, dependence,…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 30, 2022 Updated: January 23, 2023 For those who need treatment for a heroin use disorder, detox is often the first step. During detox, harmful chemicals and toxins in opioids leave the body. However, without professional care at a rehab center,…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 1, 2022 Updated: December 2, 2022 It’s no secret that cocaine is a dangerous drug. But many people don’t realize just how damaging it can be to the human heart. Cocaine use can cause severe heart problems, including irregular heartbeat, increased…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 15, 2022 Updated: October 26, 2022 Kratom has been used for centuries in Southeast Asia. In recent years, it has become more widely available in the West, where it is sometimes marketed as an herbal supplement or “natural alternative” to opioids.…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: September 5, 2022 Updated: September 19, 2022 Cocaine is a highly addictive substance capable of changing the function of the brain. Without proper addiction treatment, someone with a dependence on this substance may find it nearly impossible to stop using. Still, help…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 25, 2022 Updated: April 27, 2022 Cocaine rehabilitation refers to all of the processes used by doctors and nurses to help a person get back on the right track from addiction. At Fort Behavioral Health, our team proudly provides a comprehensive…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 23, 2022 Updated: April 27, 2022 One of the first and most crucial steps to recovering from alcohol addiction is withstanding alcohol withdrawals or the process of eradicating alcohol from the body. In some cases, it’s prudent to undertake alcohol withdrawals…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs read more Published: November 21, 2021 Updated: December 10, 2021 Are you looking for an adult addiction treatment program? Many providers, including Fort…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Ky’ra Myers ,Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director Ky’ra Myers ,Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director read more Published: October 20, 2021 Updated: October 8, 2021 When your body and brain depend on a substance…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs read more Published: October 17, 2021 Updated: October 8, 2021 Heroin is an addictive substance that’s quite powerful. With any consistent use, it…