by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | May 4, 2016 | Drug Treatment
When someone begins to drink alcoholic beverages, they never think that they will become addicted, let alone die if they stop.But something changes in the brain with repeated and heavy alcohol use. The body comes to physically need the alcohol in order to function...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | May 2, 2016 | Addiction, Drug Treatment |
The idea that someone addicted to alcohol or drugs has to hit rock bottom before they can get treatment is a dangerous misconception.It’s commonly assumed that for addiction treatment to work, it must be voluntary; the person will hit bottom, realize that they...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Apr 29, 2016 | Drug Treatment
Benzodiazepines, or benzos for short, are classified as schedule IV depressants under the Controlled Substances Act.They are commonly used for their tranquilizing and anti-anxiety effects, and as such are used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, muscle spasms, and...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Apr 27, 2016 | Addiction
The feeling of victimization can play a huge part in addiction. Trauma & Addiction Some people fall victim to others’ behavior. Children who are sexually, physically, and emotionally abused do not have too much say in the matter and may carry these feelings of...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 30, 2016 | Recovery
Completing a residential stay at a drug treatment facility is a great accomplishment. The quality of discharge planning and aftercare will greatly increase the chances of living a sober life after leaving the drug treatment center. A huge step is taken when an...
