Author: Gary Jackson

Treatment waiting lists can take a couple of weeks up to several months, and enrollment in most state-funded treatment services will usually require proof of residence and income. They prioritize and work to manifest values of faith, community, abstinence, acceptance, and ongoing self-improvement in their members. SMART Recovery is a secular alternative to 12-step programs […]

Drug abuse changes how the brain works and triggers can take a drug user or recovering addict back to the time when the substance use brought those feelings of pleasure. The self-medication theory of addiction suggests that suffering is at the heart of addictive disorders (Khantzian, 2012). That is, individuals with deficits in skills relevant […]

More than 70 percent had an alcoholic drink in the past year, and 56 percent drank in the past month. According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 70.1% of adults in the United States report drinking alcohol during the past year. “Man, I Love Being Drunk” is not just a song; […]

If you believe you or someone you love may be struggling with addiction, let us hear your story and help you determine a path to treatment. Anyone who experiences side effects while taking baclofen should notify the prescribing doctor immediately. In rare instances, a person may experience a serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis while taking […]

For example, the therapist may say, ‘Raise your shoulders’ or ‘Scrunch your face,’ using the muscle tension signal on the screen to point out the patient’s physiological responses. In thermal biofeedback, patients wear sensors that detect blood flow to the skin. Because people often experience a drop in body temperature during times of stress, such […]

Even as the short duration of action means the highs are intense, it also means that the effects last only a few minutes. For some people, this may not be enough time to develop a physical or a psychological need for more DMT, and they may not consider the drug worth the time or effort. […]

Vivitrol is a non-addictive and non-narcotic prescription medication with a low risk of misuse and dependence. Vivitrol is used as part of a comprehensive treatment program to help reduce the risk of relapse and maintain abstinence while in recovery. The Provider Locator is searchable by ZIP code or by city and state. Inclusion in the […]

At first, drinking can reduce fears and take your mind off of your troubles. It can help you feel less shy, give you a boost in mood, and make you feel generally relaxed. In fact, alcohol’s effects can be similar to those of antianxiety medications. When you combine two substances that have a similar mechanism […]

‘Open coding’ was carried out to identify concepts and categories and systematically apply them throughout the transcripts (Strauss and Corbin 1990). The study protocol was approved by UCSF and University of Pennsylvania Institutional Review Boards and the data are protected by two Federal Certificates of Confidentiality issued by NIH/NIDA. Details of the methods have been […]

Peer support groups can help people reduce or stop drinking. Many communities have programs that meet frequently that may be helpful for some people. Licensed therapists work with people who are misusing alcohol to help them stop drinking. They also help people identify and avoid their triggers for drinking. Keep reading to learn more about […]