Since the pandemic began, telehealth services have risen in popularity. Patients can now consult doctors over a phone or video call, receive prescriptions, and check in on their recovery progress without risking a visit to the clinic. Telehealth services have successfully treated numerous COVID-positive patients, but they can also be effective in addiction treatment. If…
Your immune system protects you against bacteria and germs, helping you stay healthy and well. It filters out toxins and other harmful substances. The proteins, cells, and organs of your immune system interact in complex ways scientists don’t completely understand. However, when you mix drugs and the immune system, you often get results that can…
There are many ways that you can help your spouse get into an effective addiction treatment program. Staging an intervention can help your loved one realize the impact their drug or alcohol use disorder has on their family and friends. After your spouse has admitted their need for assistance, you can direct them to reputable…
Unfortunately, individuals who are part of the LGBTQ community have relatively high rates of substance abuse and addiction. This demographic may also worry about discrimination at potential addiction recovery centers. At Coalition Recovery in Tampa, FL, we have a tailored LGBTQ addiction recovery program where clients receive treatment in a supportive environment. If you or…
Experiencing trauma can cause anxiety and panic attacks years after the original event. Sexual assault, active combat, violence, and accidents are examples of events that may require trauma therapy to work through. Avoiding treatment can lead to self-medication via drugs and alcohol. At Coalition Recovery in Tampa Bay, FL, we offer dual diagnosis programs aimed…
People in the throes of addiction often aren’t concerned about their physical well-being. The fallout from that neglect may start to hit you once you decide to get sober. Focusing on physical wellness can be a crucial ingredient in the mixture of therapies and treatments you receive while enrolled in a rehab program. When you…
Fentanyl is a powerful pain reliever that doctors sometimes prescribe for those in advanced stages of cancer. However, it’s more commonly used as a recreational drug. This pain reliever is 50 times as potent as morphine and comes in the form of lozenges or transdermal patches when prescribed for legal use. However, illicit fentanyl can…
Heroin addiction sometimes follows prescription drug abuse. Other times, people begin to use heroin as a recreational drug and get hooked. It’s important to understand the side effects of using heroin and how quickly you can become addicted to this dangerous drug. At Coalition Recovery in Tampa, FL, we have a heroin rehab program for those…
Opioid addiction claims the lives of thousands of people every year. There are many side effects associated with using opioids recreationally or counter to a physician’s instructions. We hope that by understanding how opioids affect your brain and body, you can prevent addiction for yourself or someone you love. If you need help, you can turn…
Making the decision to get help for addiction is not always easy. There can be many factors to consider before getting help. You may wonder what happens once you get through your addiction and how you’ll get back to your life. Our sober living facility can help you to make that transition with a bit…