Employing Spiritual Recovery from Addiction
Far too often, we think of addiction as little more than a brain disease. Although it’s true that this most certainly meets the clinical definition, it doesn’t cover the whole problem. Substance abuse affects the whole person including your health, emotions, mental state, and spirituality. For this reason, it’s vital not to overlook spiritual recovery […]
Understanding Your Withdrawal Symptoms
Before you enter treatment, you’ll need to start with detox. It’s vital to go through a thorough detoxification process to avoid difficult withdrawal symptoms. Depending on your history of substance abuse, these symptoms can vary. No matter what the case may be, these symptoms can cause relapse or health issues. Some can even be fatal. […]
Physical and Psychological Drug Withdrawal
It’s a common misconception that all drug withdrawal is the same. In fact, did you know that there are physical and psychological addictions? Each requires its own set of treatments for a lasting recovery. At Soledad House, we offer drug addiction treatment in California for women. Drug Withdrawal Associated with a Physical Addiction Most everyone […]
How to Stop Drinking
Maybe it’s the universal nature of alcohol, but people, in general, have a difficult time understanding an alcohol use disorder. They figure that quitting is as simple as just not using anymore. In reality, there are multiple steps that factor into this action. Do you want to learn how to stop drinking today? Soledad House’s […]
Tramadol Addiction Program
Tramadol is a narcotic analgesic and is classified as an opiate. Tramadol works to change how your body responds to pain. It helps those with elongated or chronic pain conditions. Because the pill is prescribed, people have a hard time identifying that they have a Tramadol addiction and can be reluctant to find help for […]
3 Signs of Alcoholism in a Loved One
The middle and end stages of an alcohol use disorder are difficult to hide. They present unique signs of alcoholism that those around the person suffering from the disease can see. It’s up to you to use this information for the sufferer’s benefit. Three symptoms generally stand out for someone dealing with the late stages […]
3 Signs of Alcohol Abuse
In some situations, it can be challenging to pinpoint signs of alcohol abuse. Alcohol is common in our culture, primarily because using it is legal. Women with alcohol use disorders often learn how to hide their addictions. Even so, three telltale signs may help you to identify the disease. 1. Look for Concealment of Alcohol […]
Quick Tips for Preparing for Rehab
Now that you have made the difficult decision to seek professional help for your substance abuse disorder, the next important step is preparing for rehab. No matter the state you live in, you can find a drug rehab center that will walk with you through the recovery journey. There are plenty of treatment programs available, […]
Prescription Drug Abuse
Prescription drug abuse can sneak up without warning on anyone who takes medications for pain or mental illness. Many of the medications that people take for pain or mental illness are narcotics, which come with a risk of addiction. There are others who are just looking for a way to get high and find easy […]
What Is THC?
With the legalization of medicinal and recreational marijuana, many people are asking: what is THC? By definition, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main mind-altering ingredient in the cannabis Sativa or Indica plant. THC is similar to the naturally occurring cannabinoid chemicals in the human body. In the US, marijuana is the second most used psychotropic drug […]