Category: Drug Addiction

Meth Withdrawal Symptoms

By Phil Kosanovich on February 21, 2023

Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that makes users feel alert and energetic. It is also highly addictive because it increases levels of a feel-good chemical called dopamine in the brain. When people try to quit meth, they find that they experience intense symptoms of meth withdrawal. Acute withdrawal symptoms include fatigue and depression. If you […]

Signs of Meth Use and Addiction

By Phil Kosanovich on January 24, 2023

Meth is a highly addictive and powerful stimulant drug. In its legal form, it is prescribed to help individuals with ADHD. As an illegal substance, meth is abused by people seeking its euphoric effects. If you have heard that meth is circulating in your area, you may wonder if your loved ones are using it. […]

Substance Abuse Statistics for Orange County

By Phil Kosanovich on November 3, 2022

Substance abuse involves the use of illegal drugs, prescription drugs, or alcohol for purposes other than what they are meant to be used for. It can also involve consuming substances in excessive amounts that are fundamentally unhealthy and damaging to your physical and psychological health. Drug and alcohol abuse can have a debilitating effect on […]

Heroin and Alcohol

By Phil Kosanovich on October 20, 2022

We will discuss how heroin and alcohol work and the increased risk of overdose and other health factors when you mix the two. We will also discuss why people mix them and factors which put you at risk of developing a substance use disorder. Finally, we will discuss the recovery process and treatment options available. […]

Dangers of Snorting and Smoking Fentanyl

By Phil Kosanovich on October 18, 2022

Snorting and smoking fentanyl can have serious consequences - including addiction, dependence, and overdose. However, effective addiction treatment can support you in overcoming drug abuse and leading the safe, fulfilling life you deserve. What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid about 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. Doctors usually prescribe fentanyl […]

Fentanyl Addiction: Signs Someone is Addicted to Fentanyl

By Phil Kosanovich on October 4, 2022

The United States Department of Health and Human Services announced an opioid crisis in 2017. Opioid overdose deaths have continued to rise since then hitting almost seventy thousand deaths in 2020. The driving force of this has been the overprescription of opioids and the aggressive marketing of them by pharmaceutical companies. Profit has been put […]

Mixing Klonopin and Alcohol: Dangers and Effects

By Phil Kosanovich on September 29, 2022

Klonopin is a tranquilizer normally used to treat seizures. Clonazepam, sold under the brand name Klonopin, belongs to a family of drugs known as benzodiazepines. How does this prescription medication work, and what can happen if you mix Klonopin and alcohol? What Is Clonazepam? Clonazepam is a type of benzodiazepine prescribed for a number of […]

How Long Does It Take to Detox From Drugs?

By Phil Kosanovich on September 22, 2022

Attempting to stop drug abuse or break an addiction can be challenging and dangerous. However, with the help of a medical detox program, it is possible. But how long does it take to detox from drugs or alcohol? This blog may help you understand the detoxification process and what it entails. Drug Addiction or Abuse […]

How Long is Rehab for Drug and Alcohol Addiction?

By Phil Kosanovich on September 20, 2022

Attending a rehab facility remains one of the surest ways of treating substance abuse and addressing alcohol and drug addiction. Residential treatment is the most intensive and generally most effective form of substance abuse treatment, at least in the early stages of the treatment process. The length of stay in rehab depends on a number […]

Klonopin Addiction and Abuse

By Phil Kosanovich on September 8, 2022

What is Klonopin Klonopin is a brand name for the benzodiazepine drug clonazepam. It is FDA-approved for the treatment of acute panic disorder and certain seizure disorders. As benzodiazepine drugs go, Kloponin is a particularly high potency and is a long-acting benzodiazepine. This means it stays longer in the system than other benzodiazepines, increasing the […]

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