Long-Term Side Effects of Propoxyphene Prescription DrugsBy PromisesMarch 15, 2017Medications containing the opioid painkiller propoxyphene were banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2010. Prescribed for long-term chronic pain, drugs that mixed propoxyphene and acetaminophen (Darvocet, Darvon, etc.) were long believed to be safer and less addictive than stronger opioid painkillers like OxyContin or Vicodin. However, studies uncovered a significant risk of… Details
Coping Mechanisms for Families of Recovering Addicts Family ResourcesBy PromisesMarch 15, 2017The process of recovering from addiction can be very challenging. It generally requires learning new coping mechanisms, and getting help and support from health care professionals as well as family and friends. While there are a variety of resources available to aid individuals in recovery from addiction, help and support for the family members of… Details
Which Drugs Cause Pupils to Constrict? Drug Addiction InfoBy PromisesMarch 14, 2017How a particular drug affects the body often depends on the type of drug being used. For instance, stimulants tend to affect the brain in a way that increases alertness, energy levels, heart rate and blood pressure. On the other hand, depressants generally inhibit brain activity causing drowsiness, lethargy, decreased heart rate, blood pressure, and… Details
Rave Parties: Safety Precautions Personal ResourcesBy PromisesMarch 14, 2017Rave parties are well known for loud, thumping music, vibrant light shows and the eccentric costumes they inspire. However, there’s another side to rave parties that can have catastrophic effects on concert-goers: illicit drugs. If you’re planning on attending a rave party, know the lingo, behaviors and hazards to watch out for. Know the Phrases… Details
Can Physician Health Programs (PHP) Help Doctors in Crisis? Addiction - ProfessionalsBy PromisesMarch 13, 2017Many physicians face heavier workloads and more stress than the average employee. Medical professionals have to juggle their personal lives with demanding schedules. At the same time, they are addressing various patient health challenges. All of this can take a toll on a physician’s mental and behavioral health. To cope with the stressful nature of… Details
Is Psychological Dependence the Same as Being Addicted? Drug Addiction InfoBy PromisesMarch 12, 2017Along with non-addicted substance abuse, addiction is the driving reason for seeking substance treatment. People affected by addiction commonly have an underlying condition called physical dependence. However, in addition to physical dependence, you may also experience a problem called psychological dependence. Interestingly, not all people who are psychologically dependent on a drug develop physical dependence… Details
Dilaudid Side Effects After Surgery Prescription DrugsBy PromisesMarch 8, 2017Even the most seemingly minor surgeries can be very painful, and your doctor will likely send you home with a painkiller to take as needed. Perhaps you won’t need it at all. But if your surgery was quite invasive or is associated with a lengthy healing process, chances are you’ll be grateful for the painkillers… Details
Dependent Personality Disorder in Women Mental Health - WomenBy PromisesMarch 8, 2017For many women, the ability to balance independence with dependency is easily managed. However, for women suffering from Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD), the challenge to function independently can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there DPD can be treated. One setting in which women with DPD can find effective treatment in a comfortable atmosphere is a women’s mental… Details
Why We Attract Partners Who Remind Us of Our Addicted Parent Drug Addiction InfoBy PromisesMarch 7, 2017By Elizabeth Davies-Ulirsch, MA, CSAT-C, Primary Therapist at Promises Young Adult Program When it comes to relationships we can often trace the problems of a current intimate partnership to family patterns that go back through generations. Addiction and other mental health disorders often find their genesis in the family tree as well. Just because addiction… Details
9 Ways Women Can Go from Self-Sacrifice to Self-Soothing Mental Health - WomenBy PromisesMarch 7, 2017By Jody Trager, PhD, Program Director at Promises Malibu Vista Many women feel unworthy. Cultural and family expectations, along with certain experiences and messages, can lead women onto a path of self-sacrifice, self-neglect and overwhelming emotions. Some of the underlying issues that impact women’s well-being include: Trauma and abuse. Sexual assault, rape and domestic abuse… Details
