by Cheryl Cirelli | Mar 15, 2022 | Alcoholism
Alcohol withdrawal can be a difficult process that can prevent a person from wanting to get sober. Withdrawal occurs when you use alcohol regularly and drink heavily, then suddenly stop drinking. Symptoms can be painful, and some can be severe or life-threatening. It...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Mar 13, 2022 | Drug Treatment, Recovery
If you are struggling with an alcohol or substance abuse disorder, the benefits of an inpatient residential treatment program are many. Getting away from routine and being on a full-time treatment schedule can give you the boost to motivate a long-term recovery. But...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Mar 5, 2022 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Heroin is a highly addictive opioid drug made from morphine that can be injected, sniffed, snorted, or smoked. It has both long-term and short-term effects on the person using it and can quickly lead to dependence; someone who is dependent on the drug will experience...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Feb 26, 2022 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Having an addiction to drugs or alcohol can be difficult to handle, but when they occur together, they can create an even bigger challenge. It is not uncommon for someone to be addicted to both drugs and alcohol. Finding the right treatment for both types of disorders...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Feb 15, 2022 | Addiction, Recovery
If you are in recovery and looking for ways to maintain your sobriety, having a trusted sponsor is a necessity. A sponsor is someone who has experience being sober and can offer mentoring throughout your recovery. A sponsor should be someone you feel comfortable with...