Category Archives: Addiction

Opiates

Opiates also referred to as narcotics, are drugs often prescribed for pain relief and depressants for the central nervous system. The drug is known to have a euphoric effect, apart from its pain-relieving characteristic. Examples include cough syrups containing codeine, morphine, meperidine. These opiates are often abused. 

Addressing Emotional Abuse in Addiction Recovery

Emotional abuse is the use of words and actions to harm a person emotionally, mentally, and to gain control over that person. It’s abusing a person’s emotions and is a big issue with enormous consequences.

Substance Abuse Disorder

Substance abuse disorder also known as substance use disorder (SUD) is a condition where the use of substances like drug and alcohol lead to health problems and distress.

What Does the Halt Acronym Stand For?

What Does the Halt acronym stand for? HALT is an acronym tool used by individuals to monitor their wellbeing. People struggling with addiction or trying to maintain sobriety are taught to remember HALT. This exercise works to reject triggers by forcing the individual to reflect on their emotional state. By applying the rules of HALT, a person prioritizes self-care which helps them make healthy decisions. This sobriety technique is practiced in 12-step organizations like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.

Opioid Use Disorder and Prescription Drugs

Exploring Opioid Use Disorder and Prescription Drugs Opioid use disorder is a major challenge in the United States, where opioid-related…

Smoking Heroin: Is It Safe?

Some people believe smoking heroin is a safe alternative to injecting it. This is not true. Heroin is harmful and highly addictive regardless of the method of administration.