Driving under the influence threatens safety and presents legal challenges if it culminates in arrest. Many people need clarification about the differences between DUI and DWI and under what circumstances law enforcement issue these penalties. Thoroughly examining the nuances of DUI versus DWI is critical to understanding your legal case or that of a loved …
Methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth or just meth, is highly addictive. Many people have become dependent on it, and too many have died. The physical effects of this drug can lead to fatalities, but the truly troubling side effects are psychological, leading to the relationship between suicide and meth use.Abusers of meth are more …
While treating pain is essential to medicine, it is important to be aware of the dangers of patients becoming addicted. The most frequently used medicines for treating moderate, severe, and chronic pain are opioids, which are highly addictive. Millions of people have fallen victim to one or more of these drugs, and the number continues …
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Opioids are among some of the most challenging drugs to overcome. Unfortunately, coping with opioid withdrawal symptoms can be one of the most challenging parts of the process. One of the reasons for this is that people are often on opioids for several years, increasing their dosage to maintain the potency of the drug.The good …
Fearing the unknown is a seemingly inevitable part of human life and one of the most cited fears of those entering addiction treatment for the first time. Not knowing what to expect in treatment and not knowing how others will react to your admission of addiction are both powerful fears that tend to keep us …
In addiction recovery and in your journey to freedom from anxiety or depression, the healing process demands much more than just addressing the problematic behaviors or feelings that arise. It demands every part of you, mind, body and soul. You’ve probably noticed that when you encounter circumstances that trouble you emotionally or mentally, physical symptoms will …
Is there a way to help your addicted child without making things worse? How can you let them know that you care and want the best for them without enabling their addiction or being naive to the deceit or manipulation you fear from them? Our blog today discusses five things you can do to help …
At Recovery Ranch in Tennessee, we provide drug and alcohol detox and recovery treatment for those who suffer from drug and alcohol substance use disorders. Some clients who come to us have a dependency on commonly abused prescription drugs. Learn more about the dangers of medication prescribed by doctors or available over the counter at …
At Recovery Ranch in Tennessee, new clients often ask, “Is alcohol a drug?” If you find yourself drinking more and longer than you planned, you may wonder if you have a drinking problem. Alternately, the thought might not cross your mind because people tend to consider alcohol and drugs two separate categories — because alcohol …
THC Defined: The Simple TruthWhat is THC? THC is the chemical that is found in marijuana that makes it intoxicating, psychoactive, or mind-altering.This chemical is found in the resin that is produced by the cannabis leaves and buds of the female cannabis plant. Understand that this plant contains more than 500 other chemicals. Part of …
