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.
Most people are familiar with the immediate or short-term effects of drug abuse, but did you know that over time, drug addiction’s long-term effects can be permanent, serious, and potentially life-threatening? Regardless of how long you have engaged in substance misuse, it is never too late to end the downward…
Addiction is more than just the illicit drugs a person is using, as it often spirals into something much more all-encompassing – a vicious cycle that can hijack a person’s everyday behaviors, and choices and replaces them with unhealthy and unsafe habits. Unfortunately, there are people who do not understand…
Crystal meth is a crystallized version of methamphetamine that is highly addictive. While methamphetamine is similar in chemical structure to amphetamines commonly used to treat conditions like ADHD, methamphetamine is a dangerous illicit drug. Crystal meth is manufactured in illegal labs around the country, and addiction to this substance impacts…
While recovery from a substance or alcohol use disorder is difficult, it’s even tougher for vulnerable populations like the LGBTQIA+ community. This group faces unique challenges due to stigma and discrimination within and outside healthcare settings. This can limit their access to addiction treatment and prevent sustained recovery. This is…
In 2022, accidental drug overdoses led to 4,915 deaths, marking a 5% decline from the prior year. Notably, 2021 recorded the highest number of unintentional drug overdose fatalities in Ohio, with 5,174 deaths reported.1 If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid addiction, you know how difficult it…
All drugs and alcohol can cause various side effects, typically a combination of physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral symptoms. Some drugs have more detrimental effects, particularly crystal methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth. Some of the physical signs of meth addiction are only temporary, but others can result in long-term…
Overdose deaths more than doubled in Maryland from 2015 to 2020, with 44.6 fatalities per 100,000 people compared to 20.9 per 100,000 five years prior.1 Another critical fact to consider is that fentanyl was responsible for a large portion of overdoses (both fatal and nonfatal), at a rate of 108%…
Drug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S., surpassing the number of fatalities due to car accidents. Sadly, some of the world’s most dangerous drugs are responsible for rising accidental overdose death rates. What are the most dangerous drugs? Knowing more about the most hazardous…
KEY TAKEAWAYS As states continue to legalize marijuana (also known as cannabis), it becomes more acceptable in culture and society. Some people may wonder if it is also acceptable to use marijuana while in recovery for a substance or alcohol use disorder. Recovery requires us to stop behavior, like marijuana…