Food finds itself in difficult position when considered for addiction. In some circles, with obesity steadily increasing and the lethality of its affliction, how could the excess consumption of food not be recognized as an addiction? In other circles, human as a species need food and sustenance to survive, so how can its consumption be […]
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There is an undeniable correlation between mental health disorders and addiction, and why wouldn’t there be? These two areas share a common link in the chemical imbalance and brain functions which present challenges shared across each groups. A few statistics which help to underpin these correlations lie in a study where it was discovered that […]
What causes drug addiction? If the answer was a simple one, addiction wouldn’t afflict so many people each and every day. Addiction is complex, and the many forms of addiction; drugs, alcohol, gambling and others all have their own entanglements which ensnare those caught in addictions mighty web, but today we will focus on drug […]
Drug addiction does not happen overnight. No one story, or pathway to addiction is exactly the same. Each client has their own unique experience, reasons, and story. Recovery, the same. No one recovers in the exact same manner, the path to recovery isn’t linear but ebbs and flows in ups and downs as individuals strive […]
Substance abuse and drug addiction of all kinds still afflicts us all to some capacity. As a nation, it’s hard to avoid the topic, whether someone you know is battling with addiction, a family member, friend, or acquaintance, the numbers continue to grow as efforts are made to assist those afflicted. To get ahead of […]
Addiction to alcohol is one of the most difficult of all substance use disorders to treat, particularly because it’s one of the few substances that is perfectly legal to consume, making its consumption an acceptable act in many social and societal circles. Even though alcohol use is legal (if you are of age) and acceptable, […]
Today, we are here to discuss the drug commonly known as molly, and unpack the question most asked relating to this drug, is molly addictive? To begin, we will first review some details about molly itself, where it originated, how it is most commonly used, and the effect molly exhibits. Once we understand molly as […]
Drug addiction related to prescription painkillers has announced itself as a growing problem within the United States. Many people; clients, family members, and loved-ones alike, struggle with this particular addiction, as the majority of instances begin with the drugs being prescribed due to a need. Today, we will not be exploring the specific addiction treatment […]
Many people, clients, family members, and loved-ones alike have concerns regarding detoxification. There’s a buzz which surrounds the process of detoxification. Most know it as a difficult period on a patient’s road to recovery but several questions surround the process itself. How will I feel during detox? What is the medical detox protocol for my […]
Heroin and opioid addictions are matters of extreme importance. Lives are on the line every day and part of the lifesaving efforts for patients around the world include medication assisted treatments (MATs) such as Suboxone. Despite Suboxone being approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) for opioid addiction treatment, many clients have questions surrounding addiction […]
In this article, we will be reviewing the drug Xanax (alprazolam) which falls into the all too common category of effective treatment medications for serious conditions, but when used in excess, can contribute to the growing epidemic of addiction. We will explore Xanax as a medication, its effects, signs of addiction, and answer the question, […]
A topic of interest surrounding addiction treatment has been involuntary drug treatment or IDT. Does it work? Is it effective? What are the repercussions or risks? Many questions surround this avenue of treatment, and yet the conversations and popularity continues to grow, with 37 states having legalized for concerned people, police officers, and parents to […]
Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) raises growing concerns across the addiction treatment community, and begs the question, is delta-8 THC addictive? To answer this question we must first understand what delta-8 THC is and its effects as well as its risks. What Is Delta-8 THC? Delta-8 THC is a psychoactive substance found in the Cannabis sativa plant, […]
Have you heard of Kratom? Don’t feel ashamed if this is your first time reading up on it, as kratom is fairly new to the addiction conversation. Long Island Center For Recovery is here to get you started and educated on this new recreational substance, and answer the most common questions relating to kratom, which […]
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) For Opioid Use Addictive drugs are exactly what we at Long Island Center For Recovery are trying to elevate and remove from our clients lives, but to get there sometimes drugs are exactly what’s needed on the road to success. Not addictive but constructive medications approved by the Food and Drug […]
Drug Overview: Why Is Alcohol Addictive? Alcohol…addictive? Yes, a legalized substance such as alcohol, despite laws and regulations, is one of the most addictive substances in the United States. So much so, that as of today, alcohol is the most actively used addictive substance of any kind in the United States. Its sheer volume of […]
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