Methamphetamine is a dangerous and highly addictive psychoactive stimulant that affects your central nervous system. Physical symptoms of methamphetamine (meth) use can show up whether you’re new to taking the drug or you’re becoming dependent on it. It is important to recognize the signs of meth use. Even a small amount of methamphetamine use can…
Much is made of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in returning combat veterans, a group made up mostly of men. But women also suffer from PTSD and not only those who served in the military. Trauma does not discriminate based on gender, and women are the ones who have experienced the most trauma. For women seeking…
Around 15 million people in the U.S. struggle with an alcohol use disorder, making it the most common addiction in the country. If someone in your family has been struggling with alcoholism, you are not alone. Many family members are torn about the best way to approach someone who is suffering from the effects of…
If you and your therapist at Sunstone decide you need a higher level of care, an Oregon inpatient drug rehab may be an appropriate next step. You and your therapist will work together to come up with a treatment plan that works for you. A good drug rehab program isn’t always easy to come by,…
After a substance abuse recovery program has ended some people find themselves alone without a support team to help them stay sober. It is imperative that one’s loved ones are prepared to get involved and assist the addicted family member through this difficult stage of recovery. The support of those that are closest to the…
Your Guide to West Coast Drug Rehab Dealing with addiction can be difficult, but you don’t have to fight it alone. Virtual therapy at Sunstone Recovery has highly qualified therapists, west coast energy, and flexible treatment hours. Virtual counseling at Sunstone Recovery’s west coast drug rehab center can help people get control of their lives…
Addiction cravings affect everyone differently but the common thread running through all these individualized responses is time. Not just the time between cravings but also the time of day. Some people do not even think of going back to using until a specific hour of the day arrives and then that is all they can…
Substance abuse counseling can help individuals who are dealing with difficult issues. For example, you may have an addiction to alcohol or drugs. Treatment for this includes addressing physical, psychological, and social imbalances. Sunstone Recovery offers you a chance to learn better skills to help you stop the cycle of drinking or drug use. We…
There are generally two situations where accidental overdoses occur. Young children may accidentally swallow medicine that has been improperly secured. Those younger than 5 years old and particularly those between the ages of 6 months and 3 years will put just about anything in their mouths. They also tend to share what they have found…
Maintaining sobriety is as difficult as getting sober. The temptations to drink do not suddenly go away because you have switched from beer to iced tea for the past three months. When you stop hanging out with friends that abuse prescription drugs, that does not mean that your access to prescription drugs is nullified. Staying…