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Drug use is pervasive in the United States. Not all of it is illegal or dangerous. For example, it’s impossible to drive past a gas station without seeing advertisements for cigarettes. Nor can you turn on the television without seeing beer commercials. Harder drugs may not be advertised so blatantly, but their use is responsible…
Stimulants are a class of drugs that encapsulates everything from energy drinks to prescription medication to some of the most dangerous illicit drugs in circulation today. More than 3 types of stimulants exist. Nonetheless, 3 types of stimulants that are common to the addiction treatment space are cocaine, methamphetamine, and ecstasy (MDMA). Nicotine, some diet…
Depressants are a variety of drugs that slow brain activity and depress the central nervous system. They produce relaxation and drowsiness. As a result, different types of depressants are commonly used in treating insomnia, anxiety, panic attacks, seizures, and more. The 3 types of depressants are sedatives, hypnotics, and tranquilizers. These 3 types of depressants…
Xanax is a benzodiazepine class drug, and it has fast-acting effects of tranquility and calming of the nervous system. Because of its highly addictive nature, however, more and more people have to deal with Xanax addiction on top of anxiety symptoms. At Sunstone Recovery in Bend, OR, you can participate in telehealth Xanax abuse treatment…
Those dealing with addiction to benzos often find themselves dealing with symptoms that are worse than the original symptoms they used benzos to medicate. Breaking free from this cycle is something that requires professional help. At a benzo addiction treatment program, people can safely detox from benzos and completely find a way out of addiction.…
Treating anxiety takes careful consideration of individual circumstances and the longevity of symptoms. Doctors have prescribed Xanax to many people as a short-term medical treatment. While it offers potent short-term relief that can be life-saving, its use must be very well moderated to prevent the development of addiction. Reading articles like this one is a…
Heroin is a powerful opiate that works on the brain’s reward system. For those who feel like they have had to live in “survival mode” for too long, heroin can offer a welcome escape from difficult feelings. However, its use comes with a high risk of developing an addiction. Understanding these risks can help you…
A large percentage of adults will experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives. Up to 20 percent of those adults will develop trauma-related conditions, including mental health and addiction disorders. Although these conditions can be life-altering and debilitating, there is still hope. Please call Sunstone Recovery today at 855.833.9199 for more information…
Addiction treatment is necessary for anyone with a problematic relationship to drugs or alcohol. Substance use disorder(SUD) is a disease, and no one should have to fight it alone. The withdrawal effects of quitting drugs and alcohol can be uncomfortable, and at times painful. If you are in or around the Metford, Oregon area and…
Benzodiazepines are generally effective for reducing anxiety when used therapeutically and short term. Despite this, the risk of dependency can still be significant. Long-term effects of benzodiazepine use include drug dependence, addiction, neurotoxic effects, and a reduced level of cognitive, physical, and emotional health. In the case of benzos, anything longer than three months is…