Dave seems…different. He used to laugh easily, and he was always up for socializing. But lately, not so much. He seems moody and now he snaps at people over little things. And he’s less likely to accept invitations to get together. It’s like he’s withdrawing from me and everyone else. He’s also lost some weight. …

“When will things ever get easier,” Samantha wondered aloud. Thanks to this pandemic, she couldn’t interact with anyone for four more weeks! That’s an eternity. Samantha knows if she doesn’t have support for a single day, it feels like she’s on the verge of kissing her six weeks of sobriety goodbye. “Guess it’s time to …

When it comes to OxyContin addiction and heroin addiction, people often question if one is worse than the other. The initial assumption is that heroin is worse. After all, doctors prescribe OxyContin, while heroin is bought on the street. A prescription painkiller can’t be as dangerous as an illicit street drug like heroin…right? Wrong. The …

From trained therapy dogs to spoiled lap dogs, there’s no doubt our canine pals are amazing. And without the strength and love of my dog, I never could have overcome opioid addiction. Some dogs play vital roles in assisted therapies, while others are tasked with jobs like searching for drugs, tracking the scent of a …

Dependence on both heroin and other opioid drugs can happen quickly. Overdose can occur when mixing heroin with alcohol and other opioid drugs, especially fentanyl.

If you recognize any of these signs of opioid addiction in yourself or a loved one, it’s time to reach out for help.

The top 10 most deadly drugs are dangerous because of their potential for misuse and addiction. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Get help for a substance use disorder today.

Research shows that participation in a recovery support group can help you avoid relapses during your path to recovery.

It’s important to recognize the classic characteristics of narcotics addiction such as behavioral changes and denial so that you can determine if someone you love needs help.

With the opioid epidemic continuing to take thousands of lives every year, naloxone has become more available in an effort to reduce the number of fatalities.