Jim Becker, PhD, professor of psychiatry, neurology, and psychology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, said “moderation in all things” is the key. Doctors have revealed a surprising treatment to slow the effects of methanol poisoning. How Alcohol Addiction Is…

While quite potent, as they are quite small – and shrink even further when dried – you need to pick a lot if you want to have a full dose (2-3.5g dried). Panaeolina foenisecii, the Brown Mottlegill or Mower’s Mushroom, is…

Alcohol can trigger a similar effect by binding to the proteins in the brain with which GABA typically interacts. The pandemic played a role in increased consumption, but alcohol use among people 65 and older was climbing even before 2020. The…

And the guidance and support of addiction recovery professionals is why I remain sober today. Even though it makes all the sense in the world, saying goodbye to drugs is difficult no matter what. Moving forward can be tricky, but you…

But if they have a problem with alcohol, taking a harm reduction approach could be a constructive way to help them take a look at the negative consequences of their behavior and motivate them to make positive changes. Most people who…

Medication units can be mobile or non-mobile, and they can provide the same services as an OTP, where space allows for quality patient care. Required services not provided in medication units must be conducted at the OTP, including medical, counseling, vocational,…

The chronic administration of vitamin C can also prevent the development of tolerance and physical dependence on morphine (59, 69). First of all, vitamin C levels are significantly lower in drug addicts (68). It does this by naturally improving the stimulation…

One of the most influential things is to surround yourself with positive influences and supportive people. Identifying triggers and stressors is crucial in preparing for a sober lifestyle. Triggers are people, places, or things Sober House that can cause cravings or…

By Lindsay CurtisCurtis is a writer with over 20 years of experience focused on mental health, sexual health, cancer care, and spinal health. Nutrient deficiencies can further contribute to low energy levels. Sleep disruptions from alcohol consumption can harm your overall…

They may perform other forms of medical care other than naloxone, such as intubation to help with breathing. Fentanyl is an opioid that’s 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. People who make heroin often add nonmedical fentanyl to it to…