Detox and Treatment

For example, individuals work hard to achieve a goal, and when it is achieved, they want to celebrate. But as part of their all-or-nothing thinking, while they were working, they felt they didn’t deserve a reward until the job was done. Since they did not allow themselves small rewards during the work, the only reward […]

Clonazepam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, or other drugs that can slow your breathing. Clonazepam can increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior (thoughts or actions of harming oneself). A person should tell their doctor if they have worsening depression, suicidal thoughts or […]

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the lethal dose for THC is an estimated 4 g in a 154-pound human. The legal status of some drugs, like marijuana, can vary by state. Laws regarding the possession or use of some illicit drugs can also vary depending on where you live. Having a history of […]

Bupropion antidepressant is less likely to cause sexual side effects and weight gain. Its efficacy in managing depressive symptoms, coupled with these favorable side effect profiles, makes it a valuable option for individuals with specific concerns or sensitivities to other antidepressant classes. After your Wellbutrin taper, any long-term treatment will be directed toward treating the […]

Several studies have established a correlation between longer lengths of stay in treatment and improved rates of sobriety. This program provides care that puts people in the very best position to achieve and maintain long-term recovery. We hope to play a role in helping you establish a healthier and happier way of life. More than […]

Your healthcare provider can tell you more about the laws surrounding prescribing these medications and the recommended schedule for you to return for a follow-up visit. One benzodiazepine that’s noteworthy — even though it’s not approved (and illegal) in the United States — is flunitrazepam. This drug is best known as Rohypnol (or by the […]

The withdrawal method that most doctors recommend is for patients to wean down from the benzodiazepine that they are taking. Sometimes, doctors will switch from one benzodiazepine to a longer acting one such as Klonopin, to try to make this process easier. Doctors will usually try to get their patients to wean down by about […]

Long-term use can also cause sexual dysfunction, delayed reflexes, a short attention span, and memory loss. Overdose is more likely to be seen in developing countries, where low cost has led to barbiturates being used more to control and prevent seizures. Tolerance is when a greater amount of a drug is required to get the […]

Reasons why people abuse this class of drugs vary from the wish to reduce anxiety, offset the effects of stimulant drugs, and reduce inhibitions. If you believe someone has taken barbiturates inappropriately, take them to a hospital emergency department for evaluation by a doctor. Soon after taking barbiturates, a person may only be drowsy or seem […]

Working with a mental healthcare provider can ensure you’re treating your depression with a treatment plan that works to improve your depression (and not just anxious feelings you have as a result of it). Medically assisted detox and addiction treatment is your best bet if you are trying to taper your drug or alcohol use. […]