Opioids are derived from the opium poppy. Natural opiates are made from the plant’s dried “milk,” while synthetic versions are made in laboratories. They are used to produce sedation and provide pain relief, and have been used as pain relievers for thousands of years. Opioid addiction however, is a concern when dealing with medications in…
What do you think that nutrition in rehab should look like? Some people believe that people in recovery should be free to have a diet that is heavy on sweets, fat and junk food. The logic behind this way of thinking is that they have already given up so much by having to turn away…
If you stopped several people at random on the street and asked them about spirituality, you would get different answers from each person you spoke with. Spirituality is a deeply personal subject. While it may involve religious faith, it isn’t necessarily connected to attending any organized church. For a number of people, spirituality in recovery…
Your brain is more complex than the world’s most advanced computer. It weighs in at only about three pounds but it controls everything your body does, from being able to see, hear and breathe, to being able to interpret the world around you. The brain also allows you to decide which behaviors are appropriate and…
OxyContin has gained a lot of press coverage over the past few years, and this prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe pain is no stranger to controversy. Not only has OxyContin abuse been in the news, but there are some chronic pain sufferers who refuse to take this medication because of concerns that…