Q & A with Santé’s Medical Director, Melissa Pennington, D.O. WHY HAVE OVERDOSE DEATHS INCREASED? Drug overdose deaths have increased as deaths from fentanyl…
Your brain is the computer of life. It governs bodily functions that we rarely contemplate like blinking your eyes, breathing, and movement. These and more…
The scope and range of substance abuse are well-documented and researched for anyone battling addiction. The awareness of the medical community and broader culture now…
What is the drug detox process? And what does it mean to go through withdrawal? While the definition of withdrawal and detox are often confused,…
Fentanyl is a highly addictive opioid drug. A doctor can prescribe it for extreme pain, usually due to cancer or another serious illness. Unfortunately, fentanyl…
What’s the best way to talk to loved ones about binge drinking? There was only one “best way” to talk about binge drinking. Every person…
Are you struggling with an alcohol or drug addiction problem? Are you ready to take the first step in stopping your usage completely? If so,…
Are you one of the many people who have a difficult job with a lot of stress? If so, do you turn to drugs or…
If you have a court-ordered substance abuse evaluation, you probably want to know what to expect. In short, a substance abuse evaluation determines the extent of your drug…
Understanding the types of addiction commonly found in the U.S. population can help you see you’re not alone. The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates…
