Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 18, 2023 Updated: March 16, 2023 Recovery involves detoxing from drug and alcohol use, which may cause withdrawal symptoms that create significant concerns for people with substance use disorders. While many individuals know about acute withdrawal, which occurs in the first…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 6, 2023 Updated: March 16, 2023 Approximately 16.5 percent1 of Americans are affected annually by a substance use disorder. That works out to over 45 million people who struggle with addiction to drugs and alcohol each year. Many of these individuals…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 14, 2023 Updated: February 20, 2023 When a person becomes dependent on alcohol, it can be challenging to quit drinking cold turkey. The road to recovery starts with detox, but individuals may feel reluctant to take this step due to concerns…
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 16, 2022 Updated: January 23, 2023 Opioid addiction carries a high risk of overdose. If a person stops using, opioid withdrawal symptoms may be severe and cause potentially dangerous complications. Fortunately, treatment is possible. Enrolling in an opioid detox and addiction…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 21, 2022 Updated: March 18, 2022 Heroin is a highly addictive drug that takes many forms. Heroin may look like a white powder or an amber-colored liquid. It can be injected, snorted, smoked, or swallowed. Heroin is pervasive in the United…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 17, 2022 Updated: March 18, 2022 As teenagers go through withdrawal from drugs and alcohol, they may experience some extreme symptoms. Recognizing and understanding those symptoms can help you act effectively and support your teen in getting the help they need.…