Many people may think that once the detoxing process is over, the symptoms of withdrawal are over. In some cases that might be true, but researchers are beginning to study a syndrome called post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). Post-acute withdrawal syndrome is a collection of symptoms that persists for weeks or even months after the acute…
Having a loved one who is struggling with drug addiction or alcohol use disorder can be challenging. Witnessing someone that you care about engage in dangerous behavior is painful, and families often do not know what to do or who to ask for help when things get out of control. Loved ones of a person…
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a beautiful and modern city situated on Florida’s Atlantic coast. Just north of Miami, the city enjoys a warm, tropical climate and proximity to miles of beautiful beaches. It is also where people choose to start their journey back to sobriety and health at a drug detox program. The climate and…
Pembroke Pines, Florida, is close to two major metropolitan areas, making it a convenient choice for drug detox programs in Florida. Located within a short distance of the beach, the town enjoys the balmy, warm climate of coastal South Florida. The area is a popular choice for local residents and those from other parts of…
South Florida is a popular place both to live and visit due to its warm climate and proximity to the beach. It is also an area that people often look to when they are prepared to reach out for help and enter a substance abuse detox program or treatment facility. Many places offer addiction treatment…
Substance abuse and addiction are common problems in our society. Nearly every family has been affected by them in some way. Even so, people still believe that the solution to drug abuse and addiction is to “just say no” or “just quit.” However, anyone who has struggled with addiction or cares about someone who has…
Cocaine has a long history. It has been used for thousands of years in its leaf form by the indigenous peoples of South America, and it was later isolated, purified, and marketed as a medicine. Eventually, its addictive properties and potential for overdose earned it a place on the United States Drug Schedule, and a…
Social detox uses emotional support to combat the adverse side effects of drug withdrawal, while medical detox uses medical treatment and therapy to achieve the same goals. Social detox is for people with mild addictions and is led by a therapist and counseling staff and may include family members to help prevent the patient’s drug…
Did you know that caffeine is a psychoactive substance? Therefore, coffee may be the world’s most prevalent drug delivery system. Additionally, caffeine is one of the many substances that can cause withdrawal when you stop using them. Many people are more familiar with addiction and withdrawal from drugs and alcohol. If you or a loved…
Many states have seen an increase in the number of people struggling with heroin. Florida is no different and has an increasing rate of struggling with addiction to heroin and other opioids. As you consider heroin addiction in Tampa and the rest of the state, remember that there is help available to you if you…