Fentanyl plays a big part in the opioid crisis in the U.S., but those considering detox from opioids may worry about withdrawal symptoms. This is with good reason, since withdrawal from opioids is a complex process that requires professional guidance. Treatment...
Precipitated withdrawal is a rapid-onset withdrawal. It can cause severe illness and require hospitalization. To understand what is precipitated withdrawal, one must know the properties of opioids and how they affect the brain. Misuse of drugs in detox, without a...
When someone with an alcohol use disorder suddenly stops drinking, specific symptoms point to the development of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS). The symptoms begin because individuals who drink too much alcohol build a dependence on the substance. When alcohol...
Adderall has quickly become one of the most readily available and widely abused drugs in America. Adderall is a prescription drug that treats disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, Adderall’s ease of accessibility mixed with...
Understanding what to expect in medical detox will alleviate some of your fears. Committing to quit using drugs is the first important decision. Treatment professionals are compassionate and caring. They know the goal is preventing relapse and completing treatment to...
One of the most complex and challenging decisions one can make is quitting alcohol. Alcohol use disorder is an all-encompassing disorder, fraught with fears. The addict is well aware of the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms from not drinking anymore. Addicts questions...
