For many Americans, alcohol is an accepted part of life. It is legal to purchase and is often incorporated into both secular and religious events…
Many Americans struggle with addiction every day, including Texans. The cycle of addiction affects not only the individual but also their loved ones and communities.…
For those with an alcohol use disorder, the first step of treatment is detoxification. Professional addiction treatment prepares an individual for the withdrawal symptoms that…
The growing public health crisis of addiction in America has led to the critical need for professional behavioral health treatment. Those struggling with substance use…
For many, prescription drug abuse becomes a gateway for the cheaper substitute: heroin. Unfortunately, heroin is one of the most addictive illicit drugs people use.…
Q & A with Santé’s Medical Director, Melissa Pennington, D.O. WHAT IS DRY/DAMP JANUARY? Over the last decade, “Dry January” has become a popular…
Wondering if you can detox while pregnant? The answer is a resounding yes since your fetus is highly susceptible to the impacts of any of…
When people have been misusing alcohol for a long time, they can develop a dependence or addiction. This generally means that alcohol has altered their…
When it comes to treating addiction, detox is the first step. Once clients withdraw from their substance of choice, they may experience several detox symptoms.…
The withdrawal symptoms in drug detox can be challenging at best and life-threatening at their most severe. Thankfully, the days of suffering at home alone…
