Heroin addiction is the cause of the largest number of overdose deaths in the country at the moment. Many heroin detox programs are finding themselves consistently at capacity yet there are many more waiting for their chance to enter a detox program. Heroin withdrawal isn’t quite as physically difficult as with some other drugs. However,…
Addiction is an all-consuming disease. When a loved one with addiction is struggling through it, it’s natural to feel the need to want to do something to help. What can you do? Your most important first step is to realize your loved one needs professional help. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we offer the resources…
Polysubstance abuse describes the habit of using more than one drug at the same time. Many people do this to enhance or otherwise change the way a drug impacts them. This choice is dangerous. Doing it just one time can cause severe complications and sudden death. Even if you do it all of the time,…
You use drugs or alcohol. It’s getting harder and harder to manage what’s happening. You may be wondering what’s next. “Do I need addiction treatment? Can I just do this myself?” Often, addiction treatment is the best path forward. In many cases, the sooner you act, the more likely you are to gain control faster.…
You have worked so hard to get through drug and alcohol treatment. It is an incredible accomplishment and one you should be proud of achieving. While you are in that place, though, it’s also essential to focus on the future. For many people, relapse prevention is a critical component of the long-term success you’ll have.…
Do you find yourself thinking about drugs and alcohol frequently? Do you feel like life’s stress is becoming hard to manage again? When you begin to think about using drugs or alcohol, it’s time to find help. While these tips for relapse prevention may help you, the most critical step you can take is to…
Dual diagnosis in drug rehab occurs when a person who uses drugs or alcohol also has a mental health disorder. The 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 9.2 million adults in the U.S. suffered from both mental illness and drug abuse. It may be common, but it is also one of the…
When you or a loved one are in the throes of heroin addiction, it’s essential to be on the lookout for heroin overdose symptoms. A heroin overdose can be scary because it can happen at any time during heroin use – even the first time someone tries the drug. The first step toward getting help…
You’ve seen the viral slideshows showing the before and after pictures of people who use meth. While it can be easy to dismiss these long term effects of meth as something that would never affect you, it’s possible to become addicted to meth in a very short time. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we’re here…
If you’re struggling with addiction, there’s no need to feel ashamed. Most people who struggle with drugs and alcohol never intended to become addicted. While your brain and body are healthy, sometimes they are no match for the feel-good chemicals that come with addiction. Asking for help is a sign of strength, and the fact…