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How the Medical Detox Process Works

Detox is short for detoxification, which refers to the process of ridding the body of toxins. For someone with substance abuse disorder, detox is the period of physical withdrawal when the body releases all remnants of the drug. There are two main reasons for someone suffering from drug addiction to undergo medically supervised detox. Health professionals can monitor the process to help alleviate the most difficult symptoms of withdrawal. Also,…
Miki Finn
March 26, 2021
Alcohol AddictionDrug Addiction

What Can Happen If You Mix Alcohol with Depressants?

The consumption of alcohol is legal in the United States over the age of 21. Unfortunately, this intoxicating substance is also very commonly abused, creating a dangerous cocktail when combined with other prescribed, over-the-counter, or illegal drugs. Alcohol has the effect of compounding other substances' side effects, which increases the risk of alcohol poisoning, overdose, and death. All prescription medications offer a warning not to consume alcohol while utilizing a…
Miki Finn
March 5, 2021
Addiction RecoveryAddiction Treatment ProgramsDrug Addiction

The Addiction Recovery Process

Millions of people in the United States suffer from mental health issues, including substance abuse disorders. Therefore, if you or someone you love is going through the addiction recovery process, understand that you are not alone. Fortunately, societal attitudes toward these issues have started to change. As a result, there are more resources available to help those in need than there were in the past. We would be happy to…
Miki Finn
February 23, 2021
Addiction Treatment ProgramsDrug AddictionFentanyl Addiction

What Is Fentanyl?

If you are getting ready for a surgical procedure, the surgeon will probably talk to you about how he or she will put you to sleep. They may also discuss how they will remove all feelings of pain and discomfort and keep you comfortable for the procedure's duration. One of the drugs that may be used is called fentanyl. However, if you use fentanyl outside of the medical setting, this…
Miki Finn
February 10, 2021
AddictionDrug AddictionOpioid Addiction

Pennsylvania Opioid Epidemic

Among the various issues facing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania today, the opioid epidemic is among the worst. Both legal and illegal opioids have the potential to cause serious damage to someone's life. Therefore, everyone needs to know what they should do if they are looking for assistance. At Naaman, we are here to help you. If you or someone you know has been impacted by an addiction to opioid medications,…
Miki Finn
February 8, 2021
Drug Addiction

4 Tell-Tale Signs Of Medication Abuse and Addiction

Has a loved one's behavior changed for the worse? Is he or she avoiding you for no apparent reason or refusing to participate in activities that he or she once enjoyed? Have you noticed a loved one's personality change, and you feel as if the best part of him or her went missing? If so, prescription medication abuse may be the root cause of the problem. Symptoms of medication abuse…
Miki Finn
January 10, 2021
AddictionAddiction Treatment ProgramsAlcohol AddictionDrug Addiction

Four Ways Addiction Occurs

Traditional wisdom suggests two basic types of addiction. Either a person is born with the potential for addiction due to genetics, or they develop an addiction with extended substance abuse. Often, the issue becomes a combination of the two. That's a simplified explanation of this condition, but there may be more underlying issues when evaluating each individual's struggle. If someone you love is struggling with an addiction, determining the causes of…
Miki Finn
January 5, 2021
AddictionAddiction Treatment ProgramsDrug Addiction

3 Ways Drug Abuse Impacts the Brain

Your brain is your body’s computer. It uses neurons to send and receive messages throughout the central nervous system, including the spine. Nerves branch out from this central system and run throughout the body. They receive messages from the brain that tell them what to do. Therefore, you know to lift your arm to hail a cab or pucker your lips to ready for a kiss. Without messages from the…
Miki Finn
December 17, 2020
AddictionAddiction Treatment ProgramsDrug AddictionDual DiagnosisMental Health

The Dangers of the Current Benzo Shortage

Many doctors prescribe benzos to address addiction and other mental health conditions. In addition, those going through alcohol withdrawal may use the medication to help ease symptoms. COVID-19 has caused an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for anxiety. In the meantime, the supply chain has been interrupted, and it is becoming more challenging to get the medication. This challenge has created a danger for many. Benzo addiction…
Miki Finn
November 22, 2020
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