When individuals use drugs or alcohol even recreationally, they can develop a dependency or addiction. The more potent the substance and the more frequent the use, the greater the risk of addiction. One particular drug, cocaine, is frequently used in social settings. If you or someone you love uses cocaine, it’s essential to look out…
You’re struggling with a substance use disorder. Maybe you’ve tried quitting before and relapsed shortly after leaving rehab, or perhaps you’ve tried on your own and are wondering, do I need treatment? You’re not alone. Millions struggle with substance use disorder in the United States. Substance use doesn’t just affect the individual user. Instead, the…
Pregnancy has serious health effects. Women need to be especially careful about their own health and wellbeing during pregnancy because their fetus is highly susceptible to the impacts of any of the substances a mother takes. Whether prescription medication, natural supplements, or drugs and alcohol, the fetus is directly impacted. Therefore, when a mother struggles…
With so many people struggling with addiction, how do people go from abstaining to developing a problem? There are many stages of addiction, each with its symptoms and signs to monitor. With the help of addiction treatment programs in Texas, at Santé Center for Healing, residents can get the help they need. Looking for “addiction…
Dealing with addiction, whether personally or with a loved one, can be a challenging time filled with frustration and pain. Finding a substance abuse treatment program can be a similarly stressful process. Substance abuse treatment can sometimes be a lifeline, and it’s essential to find the treatment that helps you in your specific situation. For…
Of all of the things keeping people from getting the rehab treatment they need for addiction, the discomfort of withdrawal is often top of the list. Withdrawal can be a daunting process, but a necessary one in healing from the disease of addiction. For individuals who abuse meth, the fear of meth withdrawal symptoms keeps…
For decades, alcohol has been one of the most widely abused substances in Texas. Thousands of individuals across the state struggle with alcohol abuse. Because alcohol is legal and accessible, it presents a unique opportunity for abuse. However, many people don’t understand how their drinking impacts their health and the well-being of those around them.…
Living with a substance abuse disorder can feel like a life without control. Whether at work, home, or out with friends, addiction finds its way into all aspects of life as it takes priority over other obligations. Everyone has coping mechanisms and preferred vices for dealing with stress and unwinding at the end of a…
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released multiple public health alerts on opioid addiction and overdose in the years since the medication was introduced to medical markets across the country. It’s not hard to develop an opioid use disorder. Addiction is the result of several factors, including personal history, medical history, and…
Cocaine has been a popular party and club scene drug since the 70s, and its popularity in pop culture contributes significantly to this. Cocaine is a stimulant with high rates of addiction, and in modern times it can be especially dangerous, as the people selling it often cut it with hazardous things like fentanyl to…