Is LSD Addictive? – An Exploration
LSD Short for lysergic acid diethylamide, is a powerful hallucinogenic substance. It is a hallucinogenic compound that can alter perception, thoughts, and feelings. Its effects are primarily mediated by the serotonergic system in the brain. Here’s how it works:...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Essential Pain Management in High-End Substance Abuse Treatment
Pain management is a fundamental component of substance abuse treatment, particularly for individuals accustomed to the highest levels of personal care and comfort. Within the serene realm of Carrara Treatment, Wellness, & Spa, managing pain effectively is not only...
The Integral Role of Psychiatrists in Enhanced Substance Abuse Recovery
In the world of recovery from substance abuse, the role of psychiatrists is indispensable, especially within the context of a comprehensive treatment setting that caters to the discerning clientele. At Carrara Treatment, Wellness, & Spa, psychiatrists are key to...
The Pivotal Role of Internal Medicine in Comprehensive Substance Abuse Recovery
In the journey toward recovery from substance abuse, the comprehensive approach of internal medicine is a cornerstone in ensuring a successful and holistic treatment experience. Within the sophisticated atmosphere of specialized centers such as Carrara Treatment, Wellness, & Spa,...
