Why Do People with PTSD Develop Addiction?
Trauma can have a profound impact on the mind and body. Even a single traumatic event might cause stress reactions like anxiety, becoming physically and emotionally drained, feeling sad, fearful, angry, easily startled, or having trouble coping and moving on. These reactions are normal, and most people begin to feel better within a few weeks. […]
Drug Detox: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It’s Crucial for Recovery
Seeking treatment for a drug or substance abuse disorder is an empowering step to recovery. It takes a lot of bravery and self-awareness to admit that you have an addiction and it’s time for a change in your life, and drug detox during rehab is the proactive way to make that happen. The initial step […]
What Is a Medical Detox?
The first step in recovering from any substance addiction is detoxification – detox for short. A detox means ceasing the use of an illicit substance and allowing it to exit the body. But for many, the prospect of unpleasant – or even deadly – withdrawal symptoms is a major roadblock to recovery. For this reason, many undergo […]
Anti-Opioid Meds in Medical Detox
Opioids are a class of drugs that include both prescription painkillers like Vicodin, Percocet, OxyContin, Opana, etc., illicit drugs like heroin and synthetics like Fentanyl. Opioids are “downers” which means that they are more or less relaxants. Opioid prescription medications have a very high abuse potential. Common prescription opioids include sub-categories like Codeine, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, […]
Meth Detox: Breaking the Cycle
An addiction to crystal meth is a constant cycle of binging and crashing, causing extreme unhealthy shifts in sleep patterns, nutrition, and mental health. Methamphetamines are under the stimulant classification of drugs, considered to be an “upper”. Currently, there is no medication treatment for methamphetamine addiction recovery. Because of this, overcoming a crystal meth addiction […]
The Dangers of Detoxing at Home
Detoxing is a challenging task. Many of those struggling with addiction or alcoholics have tried to cut back, use only on certain days of the week, switch what they’re using, or have tried to stop altogether. All of these attempts have most likely failed if you’re finding yourself here. The reason these attempts haven’t worked […]
What To Expect in Our Spokane Detox Center
If you are wondering what to expect in our Spokane detox center, we offer personalized treatment plans and services customized to meet your individual needs. Our compassionate team of professionals is dedicated to providing you with quality care and support during every step of the detox process. We understand that detox is a major life […]
