Sober living

Alcohol has considerable toxic effects on the digestive and cardiovascular systems. Alcoholic beverages are classified as carcinogenic by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and increase the risk of several cancer types. Alcohol as an immunosuppressant increases the risk of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis and HIV. Your doctor or healthcare provider can diagnose alcohol...

As the parenteral form of clomethiazole is no longer available, its application is dependent on sufficient alertness and cooperation to enable peroral treatment. For adequate alleviation of delirious symptoms, 200 mg capsules are administered (maximum 24 capsules per day) and doses are repeated every 2–3 h until sufficient calming. As with BZDs, CNS respiratory center depression may...

By Elizabeth PlumptreElizabeth is a freelance health and wellness writer. She helps brands craft factual, yet relatable content that resonates with diverse audiences. Ketamine can disrupt the senses, judgment, and motor function for up to 24 hours after use. These effects have seen a growing and worrying use of this drug for date rape. Currently,...

A full-time facility provides a supportive environment to help people recover without distractions or temptations. Finding the right treatment option can be the key to a successful recovery journey. Left untreated, the prognosis (outlook) for opioid use disorder is often poor. History and Physical Treatment may save a life and can help people struggling with...

Research shows that shame and guilt do fuel addiction. Shame, in particular, seems related to increased substance use. It’s also linked to other addictive behaviors like binge-eating, sexual risk-taking, and gambling. Thrive Treatment offers outpatient substance abuse & mental health treatment for teens and adults at our Santa Monica, Woodland Hills, and Culver City facilities....