Lorazepam (which is usually sold under the brand name Ativan) is a common prescription medication. It’s used to treat anxiety disorders, depression, insomnia, and alcohol withdrawal. However, taking Ativan and alcohol together is dangerous as this can lead to serious side effects that may require immediate treatment. If you or a loved one is struggling…
Substance abuse and young adults represent an unfortunate pairing that is currently causing concern in the public health community. Two out of five in this age group self-report using illicit drugs, one in seven has a substance use disorder and approximately 1% of all young adults abuse opioids. Nearly 5% of the country’s young adult…
Addiction is a serious disease that can adversely affect your health, relationships, career, and finances. Florida addiction recovery programs and rehab centers provide needed services to those struggling with a substance use disorder. If you or someone you love is showing signs of addiction, get help before it is too late by contacting Coalition Recovery’s…
Most addiction recovery programs for alcoholism offer a 12-step therapy plan. However, owing to its focus on spirituality, the 12-step therapy approach may not work for everyone. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcoholism or have previously tried the 12-steps plan and it did not work, it isn’t the end of the…
Treatment for drug addiction often involves a medication withdrawal plan (known as a taper) wherein the dosage is gradually reduced so that the body can slowly readjust and heal itself. Consumption of drugs, whether recreationally or in the form of painkillers and other medications, can quickly lead to chemical dependence and addiction. If you or…
Alcohol addiction is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, affecting not just the individual, but also families and society at large. Regular consumption of alcohol does long-term damage to one’s physical and mental health. If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, hope and healing are always available at Coalition…
Alcoholism is a slow-killing disease, affecting not just individuals but also their immediate family and friends. To prevent the long-term irreparable damage caused by alcohol consumption, the body must first be purged off of the toxic contents under clinical supervision. The stages of alcohol detox can be quite painful, but with medical attention and close…
The lockdowns and social distancing procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic have made it difficult for people to travel to healthcare facilities such as inpatient rehab centers to cope with their addictions. However, it increased the popularity of online rehab programs and telehealth services that have been proven to be equally effective in addiction treatment. If…
Xanax is a common tranquilizer drug, usually prescribed in the treatment of anxiety disorders. However, like with many prescription medications, the body may quickly develop a tolerance to it, leading to misuse and addiction. Quitting on one’s own isn’t safe, as it can heighten one’s anxiety and physical discomfort and in certain cases, may even…
The dangers of alcohol addiction are many. Like smoking, regular consumption of alcohol has far-reaching consequences on one’s physical and mental health but their effects may be palpably felt too late in life. Moreover, drinking at social gatherings is so normalized in our culture that some may not even be aware of their alcohol dependence,…