by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Feb 12, 2016 | Addiction |
Benzodiazepines (benzos) are depressants that are classified as Schedule IV drugs. Schedule IV substances have the following characteristics:A low potential for abuse relative to the drugs or other substances in Schedule III.A currently accepted medical use in the...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Feb 10, 2016 | Addiction
The use of Adderall should not be taken lightly.Adderall is a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. It is a central nervous system stimulant and prescribed primarily used to treat the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Feb 8, 2016 | Addiction
Ritalin, Ritalin LA, and Ritalin SR are the brand names for methylphenidate.It is a stimulant drug used to treat ADD, ADHD, and narcolepsy. It is labeled as a Schedule II Substance because it has a high potential for abuse and may lead to severe psychological or...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Feb 5, 2016 | Addiction
Everyone at some point in their lives tries to figure out where they belong in society.This yearning to belong to a social group is more than a mere desire; it is a need. In 1943, Abraham Maslow wrote and published “A Theory of Human Motivation” in Psychological...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Feb 3, 2016 | Drug Treatment
The decision to enter into a residential drug treatment center is life-changing. Choosing the facility that best suits your individual needs is important for long-term sobriety. For some, choosing a rehab that is far from home gives them the benefit of fewer...
