In the early part of the 20th century, physicians prescribed heroin as a powerful pain reliever. In 1923, the US Treasury Department deemed heroin an illegal narcotic. Today, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) classifies heroin as a Schedule I drug, meaning it has no medical use and high abuse potential. Heroin by itself is harmful…
“Drug Abuse Epidemic” It’s a term we’ve heard touted by the media time and again, but it may be closer to reality than you think. Overdoses and deaths from drug abuse in New York are climbing at an incredibly alarming rate and traveling to new neighborhoods each day. To truly understand the magnitude of this…
Disorders and imbalances can make it harder to cope with everyday life. From embarrassment to depression, these conditions can fuel negative feelings and leave people searching for ways to fill in the gaps. Unfortunately, many individuals turn to drugs for respite. Tourette’s Syndrome (TS) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) are two maladies in particular that…
As you may have noticed, The Dunes redesigned website has an all-new menu and informational pages on the luxury drug rehab center’s treatment program and amenities. You’ll notice large images, bolder colors and sleeker navigation are prominent on the new TheDunesEastHampton.com. According to The Dunes CEO and Founder, Joe McKinsey, the newly refreshed website better…
Drug use in Connecticut poses a compelling threat to public health. According to the National Survey on Drug Use, Connecticut ranks in the top 10 for dependence on illicit drugs for adults aged 18 to 25. Drug-related incidents claim more lives than motor vehicle accidents or incidents involving firearms. Opioids remain a primary concern, with…