Benzos and Methadone
Benzodiazepines, also called benzos, are a type of medication commonly referred to as tranquilizers because their effects usually include sedation and relaxation. They’re often used
February 22, 2023
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How to Inform People You’re Going to Treatment
Once you’ve come to the important decision to seek help for a substance use disorder, you may be struggling to find a way to break
February 22, 2023
Effects of Substance Use Disorder on the Immune System
With the COVID-19 outbreak taking place across the world, many people are questioning their health and whether they are at high risk. While the virus
February 22, 2023
10 Harmful Myths About Medication-Assisted Treatment
Of the multiple treatment types available to address addiction to opioids, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is considered the gold standard. Despite decades of evidence pointing to the
February 22, 2023
Facts About Drug Addiction and Pregnancy
Many people who abuse drugs have no interest in addiction treatment until they have to consider their children. For women, becoming pregnant may be the
February 22, 2023
Suboxone® and Alcohol Interactions and Risks
As with any medication, Suboxone can have interactions and side effects that require careful attention. If you’re taking Suboxone, it’s important to understand how it
February 22, 2023
What Happens When You Combine Methadone and Klonopin?
Like any other medication, methadone has side effects and interactions with other substances. The combination of methadone and Klonopin, a benzodiazepine, can become dangerous due
February 22, 2023
The Dangers of Using Kratom Regularly
Kratom, derived from the leaves of a Southeast Asian tree, is a relatively new drug to many individuals. Despite being legal, it remains popular mainly
February 22, 2023
Can Genetics Contribute to Substance Addiction?
Addiction is called a “family disease” because it not only affects the whole family when a member has a substance use disorder but also because
February 22, 2023
Is Medication-Assisted Treatment Safe While Pregnant?
If you suspect that you may be pregnant and you are currently struggling with opioid addiction, it’s important to understand the effects of these drugs
February 22, 2023
How Boredom Can Lead to Addiction
Every person who has a substance use disorder has a unique experience and path that lead them to their addiction. Some people are dealing with
February 22, 2023
Are There Gender Differences in the Progression of Substance Use Disorder Recovery?
Addiction is a disease that can affect people from every walk of life, but research has shown that there are slight discrepancies between men and
February 22, 2023