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Suboxone, Methadone and Vivitrol: Let’s Review and Compare 3 Opioid Replacement Therapies

Suboxone, methadone and Vivitrol are popular medications often used to treat opioid addictions, and are often used in opioid replacement therapies (ORT). An addiction occurs when a person develops a psychological or physical dependence. Once…

Snorting Xanax: Facts, Dangers, and Effects, as Well as Other Common Ways Alprazolam is Abused

Snorting Xanax: Facts, Dangers, and Effects, as Well as Other Common Ways Alprazolam is Abused Incidents of snorting Xanax are increasing. Xanax abuse hasn't been getting the same focus as other types of prescription drug abuse. However, Xanax,…

Slang Names for 11 Popularly Abused Street Drugs

If You Have Teenagers, You Need To Know Drug Slang Names Teenagers are notorious for using slang names when talking about drugs and drug activity. They think this will allow them to use or deal drugs without their parents knowing. If you have…

Addiction Treatment Options: Levels of Care and Therapeutic Approaches in Rehab Explained

Therapeutic Interventions A therapeutic intervention is an attempt made by one or more people to help someone who struggles with addiction. This is one of the initial steps in addiction treatment. It usually takes the form of a conversation…

How The Opioid Epidemic Is Affecting Future Generations

What We Know About The Opioid Crisis We have heard a lot about the opioid crisis happening in America. Addiction to legal prescription opioids like Hydrocodone, Oxycontin, and Oxycodone is raving the country. The fact is, we are no longer dealing…

The Pros and Cons of Using Buprenorphine for Drug Addiction

Buprenorphine, also known as buprenex and several other names, is the subject of much debate. The escalating opiate problem in America is driving discussions about treatment options. However, many people still don't know what buprenorphine is.…

A Deeper Look at Krokodil Drug Effects

A terrifying new drug known as krokodil has made its way to America. Also known as desomorphine or the crocodile drug, krokodil is a potent synthetic opioid. A Deeper Look at Krokodil Drug Effects Addicts who have used krokodil will quickly…

Why are Opiates So Addictive? The Fast Road to Addiction

What are opiates? One of the most addictive drugs, opiates are actually used to treat pain. They are also used to suppress coughs in severe lung conditions. They are derived from the opium poppy and include: Opium Morphine Codeine Fentanyl …

What the Latest Research Reveals About Successfully Treating Addiction

Addiction research has really picked up over the last few years, partially in response to the surge in opioid addictions. But what have we learned from all of this research regarding how to successfully treat addiction? We going to look at five…

What are the most abused substances in Colorado?

What are the most abused drugs in Colorado? They may not be what you think. Before you start guessing, let’s look at what we do know. Colorado has a serious drug and alcohol abuse problem. How bad is it you ask? A 2013 survey by the Substance…

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