Addiction affects the entire family. Those struggling with addiction may lie or manipulate loved ones. Family members may stress or worry about their child, spouse, or loved one dealing with addiction. Unfortunately, addiction can tear families apart, making it more difficult for everyone to heal. Support from family and loved ones is crucial to successful…
Today, prescription drug use for anxiety is common. Short-term medications can help people relax, sleep, and rest in times of high stress. Many people are prescribed benzos after a significant life event or crisis to create a temporary state of calm. Most often, doctors will prescribe a limited supply of benzos, also known as benzodiazepines.…
Benzos, also known as benzodiazepines, are a class of medication prescribed by doctors for panic disorders, insomnia, muscle tension, and anxiety. In the United States alone, nearly fifty million prescriptions are written yearly for the benzo class of anti-anxiety medication. This abuse can lead to using other drugs, health complications, and changes in mood and…
Across the country, people struggle with heroin addiction. It can seem overwhelming and impossible to quit on their own, and in most cases, can be extremely dangerous. Detoxing from heroin at home often means quitting heroin cold turkey. Quitting any addictive substance suddenly can have physical and psychological risks and an increased risk of relapse…
Like many other abused substances that alter brain chemistry, those who abuse methamphetamine can develop a tolerance and require higher doses of the drug to feel the same pleasurable effects. Because methamphetamine, also known as meth, sends signals of joy and pleasure to the brain, it can be impossible to feel joy or pleasure without…
Prescription drug abuse is one of the leading addictions facing people countrywide. For many, what begins as routine use of painkillers for surgery or injury can easily escalate into painkiller abuse. Prescription drug addiction can take a physical, psychological, and emotional toll on users and their family and friends. Often those struggling with addiction hide…
Each day, people across the country struggle with cocaine and crack cocaine addiction. Like any addictive substance, it can feel impossible and overwhelming to quit using cocaine on your own. In many cases, it can also be physically and psychologically dangerous to manage cocaine addiction symptoms during withdrawal without medical support. Cocaine may be a…
The best way to overcome drug and alcohol addiction for many people is to enter into formal treatment. A long-term residential treatment program may be the best way to do this. It enables you to have access to a range of services to support your recovery while also ensuring you can focus solely on yourself.…
Anxiety and addiction often go hand-in-hand. Many people with addiction often suffer from mental health disorders, including anxiety. Often, people use substances as a way to deal with the intense feelings they have. Yet, over time, addiction forms, causing additional problems. Our team at Baltimore Detox Center offers the anxiety treatment necessary to help you…
Recognizing that a loved one has the signs of cocaine abuse can be terrifying. You may know how addictive this drug is and how much it poses a risk for overdose. Yet, there’s help available to minimize these risks. At Baltimore Detox Center, we encourage you to take the steps necessary to get into our…