Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 19, 2022 Updated: August 25, 2022 A frightening trend is worrying medical professionals regarding individuals addicted to opioids: a dangerous heart infection called infective endocarditis, as well as other drug abuse-related heart infections, is on the rise. Prescription and synthetic opioid abuse,…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 1, 2022 Updated: July 26, 2022 Statistics on overdose deaths have been trending upward in recent years, but it is now estimated that over 100,000 people die of drug overdoses each year. It has reached a point now that some dentists…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 5, 2022 Updated: July 8, 2022 Opioids are a type of narcotic that is highly addictive. This class of drugs includes pain relievers, such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, and fentanyl, as well as illicit drugs like heroin. While prescription opioids are considered…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 27, 2022 Updated: May 23, 2022 People from all walks of life use heroin every day. Contrary to popular belief, heroin users often maintain relatively normal lives. They may be students, parents, and working professionals. For loved ones, it’s important to…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 15, 2022 Updated: March 18, 2022 Teenage heroin use is a devastating problem in the United States. This includes heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and carfentanil. Adolescent substance abuse treatment is the most effective way to combat this growing…
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…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 1, 2021 Updated: August 13, 2021 Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are legal drugs that you can acquire without a prescription. They are sold in pharmacies, grocery stores, and even gas stations. Chances are that you use these drugs all the time to…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 30, 2021 Updated: September 21, 2021 Drug detox is a process in which the body works to rid itself of the chemicals and toxins from a dangerous substance. For those who need heroin addiction treatment, detox is often the first step.…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 25, 2021 Updated: April 12, 2021 Opioid addiction carries a high risk of having an overdose, so it’s essential to seek treatment if you have an opioid addiction. Opioid substances, such as prescription painkillers, can cause serious and potentially dangerous withdrawal…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 19, 2020 Updated: June 24, 2021 The types of drugs that people use change over the years. For instance, some drugs become more popular over time as others decrease in use. Today’s common new drugs include substances that rank high in the…