At least 20 million Americans suffer from drug addiction and substance abuse. With this number on the rise, it’s no wonder that many find themselves wondering if they have an addiction or dependency. Taking a moment to ask yourself how do you know if you need rehab is a challenging point. It can be difficult to look at your situation objectively, but if you can do that, you’re one step closer to recovery.
Articles by Author Lucas Fernandez
An Introduction to Demerol: What Are the Dangers?
The pharmaceutical options for pain relief can seem endless. Depending on what you choose, you could face wildly different levels of relief, as well as potential side effects. Demerol is just one prescription medication available for pain relief. Generally, this isn’t...
Flakka: What Is This Drug and How Dangerous Is It?
Synthetic designer drugs like flakka and bath salts have wreaked havoc on communities across the U.S. in the last decade. But, what is flakka? The drug, a synthetic stimulant most often compared to bath salts, saw its popularity peak around 2015. Although its presence...
How Dangerous Are Whippets?
Many abused substances are readily available for purchase in local stores. You may even have one of the most popular substances of choice for teenagers and young adults in your kitchen at this very moment. Few of us give a second thought to having a can of whipped...
When You Need to Go to Rehab, but Can’t Afford It
For those recovering from substance dependency, rehab or inpatient care can be a life-changing experience. In an ideal world, everyone who might benefit from rehab would be able to enroll in a program or attend a facility. However, the reality is far more complicated....
The Journey of Alcohol Recovery
On average, around 88,000 people die of an alcohol-related incident every year. Alcohol dependence is defined as when someone has lost control over their drinking; they can’t stop or cut back. It can be the way someone acts when they are under the influence of alcohol...
Using Radical Validation in Addiction Recovery
Recovery from substance abuse disorders can be a long process, and no two journeys are the same. Dealing with substance use disorders is challenging, and recovery often requires support. This support looks different for every individual. Dialectical Behavior Therapy...
How To Beat the Post Holiday Blues
The holiday seasons can be filled with feelings of exuberance and joy. Families gathering together to share a meal, share company and share in rich family traditions. Hallmark movie-esque images of snow-covered Christmas trees, fireplaces, and finely decorated homes...
Choosing In-Network vs. Out-of-Network Providers for Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation programs play a significant role in every stage of recovery, so choosing in-network or out-of-network providers for rehabilitation becomes a crossroads. Selecting the right treatment center is crucial for not only reaching recovery but also for giving...
Common Excuses for Not Going to Rehab
Alcohol and drug dependency impact more than just the lives of those who suffer from addiction, and any dependency impacts family, friends, and even coworkers, among others. While addiction is truly a medical disease that requires treatment, ongoing social stigmas may...