After a night of drinking, it’s common to wake up feeling fatigued and not at your best. Alcohol has many effects on the mind and body, including disrupting your natural sleep cycle. Specifically, it can prevent you from reaching the important rapid eye movement (REM) sleep stage. What’s the connection between alcohol and REM sleep?…
While treating drug or alcohol addiction, it’s important to consider the full person and everything they’re struggling with to achieve the best results. Two common co-occurring disorders are attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). A study published in the Journal of Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews estimated that about 43% of people…
It can be difficult to admit you have a problem, especially when substance use or alcohol isn’t interfering with your daily life. For some, the bills are paid, careers are thriving, and social lives appear intact. It’s not obvious. Every sign indicates things are under control. But this can be one of the most dangerous…
Here’s the harsh reality: anyone can fall victim to an addiction. Life is such that nobody is immune to the impacts of substance abuse – whether it’s drugs, alcohol, or even behavioral addictions. For those whose vocations require a license, such as a medical professional, you may wonder if seeking treatment for addiction will cost…
Experiencing a loss is an inevitable part of life, yet do you notice how our culture often pressures us to “move on” fairly quickly after we’ve experienced trauma or life change? For many, substances such as drugs or alcohol can become a sanctuary from those emotions that might otherwise completely consume us. They’re a way…
Cocaine abuse has many harmful effects on the body and mind. One of the common complications is damage to the heart and cardiovascular system. A study from the Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance surveyed 94 people who struggled with cocaine addiction and found that 71% experienced some form of cardiovascular disease, including many with coronary…
After completing inpatient rehabilitation or fulfilling court-ordered treatment, many individuals face a challenging transition. You’re likely leaving the structured support of a facility but may not yet feel fully prepared to manage the complexities of everyday life on your own. This is where halfway houses can fill the gap, offering a transitional period between treatment…
Detox IVs have gained popularity for treating illness, hangovers, or combating general fatigue. But is IV therapy good for drug detox? Can it help manage withdrawal symptoms? Throughout the detox phase in recovery, your body needs all the help it can get. Detox IVs deliver essential vitamins, minerals, and fluids directly into your bloodstream to…
Recovery from addiction isn’t merely about stopping the use of the abused substance. It’s also about addressing the whole person—mind, body, and soul. And this is where alternative addiction treatment can play a role in your recovery journey. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) can reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, boost mood and fitness, and keep…
Can addiction run in your family, like heart disease or diabetes? Is addiction genetic? At the end of the day, our genes influence but don’t determine whether we develop an addiction or not. Both genetic and environmental factors play a role. So, what do we know? Below, we explore addiction risk factors and answer questions…
