The Hidden Danger: Tainted Drugs and Their Deadly Impact
In the shadow of the well-publicized opioid epidemic, another insidious threat is quietly claiming lives: tainted drugs. These lethal substances, often laced with potent opioids like fentanyl, have turned what was once considered a recreational stimulant into a deadly...
Alcohol Detox: What You Need to Know for Recovery
Understanding the process of alcohol detoxification and the challenges that come with addiction recovery is essential for those seeking to overcome their dependency on alcohol. This comprehensive guide will provide you with an in-depth look at the detox process,...
What are the barriers and challenges in drug recovery?
Drug recovery is often hindered by a variety of internal and external constraints. Internally, cognitive development and false beliefs about drugs can play a significant role in an individual’s ability to overcome addiction. Additionally, low self-esteem and self-efficacy can...
New Psychoactive Stubstances
New psychoactive substances (NPS) are substances of abuse, either in pure form or a preparation, which are not controlled by international drug conventions, but which may pose a public health threat. KNOWLEDGE is vital to recognition and care of...
Exploring Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Substance Use Disorders
It’s been six years since the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared opioid misuse a national epidemic. Over a decade has passed since opiates were prescribed freely with little consideration for their addictive potential. Despite the passage...
Strategies to Quit Alcohol Abuse
The statistics are alarming.: In 2022, 10.5% of people aged 12 and older, or 29.5 million people, had Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) in the past year. This includes 28.8 million adults aged 18 and older, 17.4 million males, and...
Understanding Naloxone Administration for Fentanyl Overdose and Withdrawal
Learn how to properly administer naloxone for fentanyl overdose and withdrawal.
The Shadowy World of Synthetic Opioids: Legality, Dangers, and Available Types
Synthetic opioids, a class of powerful pain medications chemically engineered to mimic the effects of natural opioids like morphine, are a major public health concern. After the opioid crisis of the late 90’s and early 2000’s, their destruction lingers...
Xylazine: The Unsettling Intersection of Veterinary Tranquilizer and Illicit Drug
While Fentanyl continues to dominate headlines, there are equally destructive drugs emerging that threaten the vulnerable. Also known as “tranq” or “tranq dope,” Xylazine has found its way into the illicit drug supply. Xylazine is often mixed with already...
Revitalizing Recovery: The Efficacy of IV Drip Therapy in Addiction Treatment
IV drip therapy, an innovative treatment intrinsically linked to both medical and wellness communities, has been skillfully adapted to support the complex journey of addiction recovery. At Carrara Treatment, Wellness, & Spa, this therapy is personalized to replenish and...
