Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic opiate drug that is prescribed primarily for treating pain. It is most commonly prescribed in the form of OxyContin, a name-brand drug that releases oxycodone in time-release tablet form. Other drugs that contain a relatively small amount of oxycodone include Percocet, Percodan and Tylox. It’s highly addictive. Therefore, you need to …
If you’re spending time searching online for terms like, “My brother has a drinking problem,” you’re not alone. Many people look for help for their loved ones who are struggling with alcohol or drug abuse issues. However, there are ways to get help that can really change lives. At Promises Behavioral Health, we understand that …
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Are you wondering how outpatient rehab programs, such as partial hospitalization programs, work? Outpatient treatment allows clients to live at home, continue to work or attend school and fulfill other personal obligations. Recovering individuals attend group and individual therapy sessions each week. They meet regularly with a psychiatrist for medications to manage withdrawal, cravings and …
People often develop an addiction to more than one substance. This is called poly-addiction or polysubstance addiction. Some of the most common combinations are alcohol and drugs, such as benzodiazepines or opiates. When a person is addicted to multiple substances, it’s more difficult to stop using them because they create a powerful effect on the …
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Most adult Americans consume alcohol occasionally, so it’s pretty normal. That’s why people have so many questions about how much alcohol is too much. Many Americans drank a lot at some point, usually in college. And most moved on to have productive lives with careers and families. So how do you know if someone is …
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Why do some people get addicted to cocaine? It is a highly stimulating drug that achieves its effects by altering the normal brain levels of an important chemical called dopamine. Because of how it works on the brain and the rest of the central nervous system (CNS), the drug presents a severe risk for the …
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Meth addiction often leads to disturbing symptoms that can make families feel helpless and put people affected by addiction at serious risk for health and legal problems. Families often describe noticeable changes in their loved ones as a cause for great concern. The behaviors of someone with a meth addiction can be alarming. It is …
It’s the first step for those ready to end problem drinking—cleansing the body of alcohol through detox. But what does detoxification really mean? Here’s a look at the process through five commonly asked alcohol detox questions. Promises has alcohol detox programs that work. If you or a loved one is affected by addiction and need …
Methamphetamine, or meth, stimulates your central nervous system. Whether it’s called crystal meth, meth, ice, blue, or any other street term, methamphetamine has powerful effects on your brain and body. It can cause short-term and long-term side effects. The drug can cause physical dependence and addiction regardless of uncomfortable meth side effects. If you want …
Mixing benzodiazepines with alcohol can be a deadly combination. Benzodiazepines, also known as “benzos,” are some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in America. They’re used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other psychological ailments. When taken as prescribed, they are generally very safe. However, when taken with alcohol, benzos can cause serious and potentially fatal …