We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
Flakka, also known as alpha-PVP, is a highly addictive synthetic drug relatively new to the market. It is a crystal-like substance commonly compared to bath salts that can be snorted, swallowed, or smoked. Its unpredictable effects and potential for overdose make it a significant public health concern. Knowing more about…
Today, Massachusetts continues to face the effects of the opioid epidemic. Studies show addiction treatment is the most effective way to stop opioid use and prevent reuse. Luckily treatment options like medication management and addiction therapy are more accessible than ever. Unfortunately, Massachusetts residents also need support for other drug…
Medication management and medically assisted detox help people recover from opioid use every day. Drugs like Vivitrol, Suboxone, and methadone work to reduce opioid cravings, decrease chances of relapse, and increase program retention. This means that more people complete recovery and stop using opioids with medication management. Vivitrol is one…
Medically assisted treatment options help people across the U.S. recover from opioid addiction every day. However, you may wonder, “Can you abuse Suboxone?” Unfortunately, while medically assisted prescriptions like Suboxone save lives and help people finish recovery programs, they can be misused. Knowing the signs of Suboxone addiction can help…
Suboxone has been on the market for 20 years and is a touchstone in medically assisted detox. Like other opioid medications, Suboxone works by reducing cravings and helping people manage opioid withdrawal at their own pace. Safe for long-term use, Suboxone is more flexible than medications like methadone, and in…
Medically assisted detox with prescription medications is one of the safest, most effective approaches to drug detox. Prescriptions like Suboxone, methadone, and Vivitrol have been used for decades to reduce opioid cravings and lower the risk of relapse. While each medication may not be right for every patient, Suboxone is…
When the FDA approved Narcan nasal spray for over-the-counter nonprescription use, it became the first naloxone product approved for use without a prescription. This has opened the door for other brands to become more widely available. The latest is Nalmefene, an opioid antagonist medication known by the brand name Opvee.…
Across the country and here in Kentucky, people from all walks of life experience addiction. A lack of information, treatment access, and mental health resources keep many people from the needed treatment. Luckily, there are programs like Brightview Covington, KY rehab center providing accessible, affordable addiction treatment resources. If you…
Drug addiction affects the Commonwealth of Massachusetts every day. Massachusetts is currently in the top third of states impacted by drug abuse and overdose. Studies show Massachusetts has the second highest number of teen illicit drug use and overdose.1 Unfortunately, many people don’t seek treatment. A lack of information, support,…
