Detox and Treatment

March 07, 2024

Charles Frank

Dangers of Detoxing From Alcohol at Home

We also offer a full continuum of treatment options, including inpatient and outpatient rehab, to help keep you sober. Contact our Recovery Advocates today to learn more about how we can help get you started on the path to recovery. These symptoms may start a few hours or a few days after your last drink […]

Detox and Treatment

March 06, 2024

Charles Frank

Crystal Meth Detox & Withdrawal Addiction Rehab & Recovery Support

It’s a complex problem and treatment requires a high level of personalised care. When withdrawing from the drug, the brain and body have to recalibrate to be able to function without it. Methamphetamine withdrawal can be a dangerous process for some, but this is primarily due to dehydration. As long as the person stays hydrated […]

Detox and Treatment

March 06, 2024

Charles Frank

Common Medications Used for Drug & Alcohol Detox

Symptoms like dehydration, increased blood pressure, and seizures can all be life threatening and cause death when withdrawal takes place outside of a controlled medical environment. Medical detox allows you to recover from drug dependence while receiving medical care and supervision, and often involves the use of medications that can relieve and reduce symptoms. Our priority […]

Detox and Treatment

March 06, 2024

Charles Frank

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Relapse Prevention

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 06, 2024

Charles Frank

Clonazepam: Drug Uses, Dosage, Side Effects

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 05, 2024

Charles Frank

Can You Overdose on Xanax?

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 05, 2024

Charles Frank

Can I stop taking Wellbutrin suddenly or should I taper off?

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 05, 2024

Charles Frank

California’s Best 12-Step-Based Alcohol & Drug Rehab Center

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 04, 2024

Charles Frank

Benzodiazepines: What They Are, Uses, Side Effects & Risks

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 […]

Detox and Treatment

March 04, 2024

Charles Frank

Benzodiazepines Detox Northern California Drug, Alcohol Rehab

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 […]

Detox and Treatment