Author: Charles Frank

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Charles Frank, a seasoned social worker with a decade of experience, holds a degree in psychology from Boston University. Immediately following his graduation, Charles embarked on a mission to aid individuals grappling with alcohol and drug addiction. Currently, he contributes insightful articles aimed at combating substance abuse, leveraging his expertise to offer guidance and support through this blog.

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Rosslyn nonprofit Rock Recovery helps clients with eating disorders

At Rock Recovery Center, we provide a life-changing process with a side of adventure to help our clients learn about themselves and nature. The lives of people who suffer from drug or alcohol addiction can take one of 3 turns, death, jail or treatment. If we are a good fit, our therapists will help you […]

Detox and Treatment

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Tommy Lee, sober: Mötley Crüe drummer drank 2 gallons of vodka daily

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Alcohol Abuse

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

How to Stop Drinking Alcohol

Most people with alcohol problems do not decide to make a big change out of the blue or transform their drinking habits overnight. In the early stages of change, denial is a huge obstacle. Even after admitting you have a drinking problem, you may make excuses and drag your feet. It’s important to acknowledge your […]

Alcohol Abuse

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Send Drug and Child Predator Anonymous Tips

There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. CPS also investigates the online sharing, downloading and distribution of child pornography. F you are confronted by a drug dealer or drug user contact the police immediately by calling 911. Common browsers are […]

Drug Addiction

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Reducing harm from injecting pharmaceutical tablet or capsule material by injecting drug users

While its therapeutic potential is undisputed when used responsibly, Adderall has also become a subject of abuse, leading to serious health implications, particularly when injected intravenously. Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and natural products. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended […]

Detox and Treatment

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Study shows alcohol-involved suicide deaths increased more among women compared to men National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism NIAAA

This week, we at Psychiatric Times want to highlight how best to support patients, friends, family, and anyone who might be having suicidal thoughts. We sat down with Manish Mishra, MBBS, the Chief Medical Officer of the Texas Healthcare and Diagnostic Center, to discuss. People with problematic alcohol use are also a vulnerable population and […]

Alcohol Abuse

April 03, 2024

Charles Frank

Saliva Drug Test: How It’s Done and What to Expect

Failing an oral drug test is typically due to recent drug use or exposure to substances that leave traces detectable in saliva. Remember, you’re just trying to get the active THC from your last smoke or edible out of your mouth and into your stomach, where no swab can swab. Good oral hygiene, like brushing […]

Drug Addiction

April 02, 2024

Charles Frank

Recovery is Possible: Treatment for Opioid Addiction Feature Topics Drug Overdose

Methadone and LAAM stimulate the cells much as the illicit opioids do, but they have different effects because of their different durations of action. Naltrexone and buprenorphine stimulate the cells in ways quite distinct from the addictive opioids. Opioid dependence and some of the most distressing opioid withdrawal symptoms stem from changes in another important […]

Detox and Treatment

April 02, 2024

Charles Frank

Quit Drinking Cold Turkey

If you drink heavily, alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be harsh, dangerous, and even fatal. For this reason, it’s generally best to avoid quitting abruptly, or at bare minimum speak with a doctor first and have someone looking out for you. Remember, quitting drinking is not easy, but with the right approach and support system, it […]

Detox and Treatment

April 02, 2024

Charles Frank

Risperdal Uses, Dosages, Formulas & Drug Interactions

Pooled data from 7 placebo-controlled, 3-to 8-week, fixed-or flexible-dose studies in adult subjects with schizophrenia or bipolar mania are presented in Table 4. Patients with an established diagnosis of diabetes mellitus who are started on atypical antipsychotics, including RISPERDAL®, should be monitored regularly for worsening of glucose control. Any patient treated with atypical antipsychotics, including […]

Drug Addiction