What are the Long-Term Effects of Opioids and What Should I Know? Opioid use, both legal and illegal, has been rising in the U.S. for decades. If you use opiates or know someone who does, you have likely wondered what are the long-term effects of opioids? Most people will ask themselves this question eventually,…
What are the Different Types of Anesthesia? What types of anesthesia are there? If you or someone you care about is preparing for surgery, this is likely one of the many questions on your mind. Perhaps you’re just curious about this oft-overlooked area of pharmacology and medicine. Whatever your interest may be, this article will…
There are many movies about drug addiction. As a disorder that impacts many lives, addiction is a common human experience. People often watch films on addiction out of curiosity. Some people watch to feel more understood. Others may watch to inspire hope for recovery. Whatever the reason may be, movies involving addiction are important. These…
The 5 Best Movies About Alcoholism Are you used to drinking alcohol “for fun” but you can’t quit drinking once you start? Do you know someone who gets drunk pretty much every week? Maybe the person you know doesn’t get drunk all the time. They might get drunk every time they drink, though. Usually,…
What a Partial Hospitalization Program is All About. What is a partial hospitalization program (PHP)? Harmony Recovery Group can provide that answer. Put simply, different people have different situations. No two recovery journeys are the same. What works for one person might not work for another. In this article, you will learn: ● What is…
Low self esteem in recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a common problem. This is the result of many factors. Shame from the past, feelings of worthlessness, fear of the future and facing the many problems that come with living sober can all contribute to low self esteem in…
Addiction is literally thousands of years old. Yet, addiction and drug treatment is still in its infancy in many ways. Only in the past hundred years has the medical community made serious advancements in addiction treatment. A Brief History of Substance Use Early human records dating back as far as 12,000 BCE show people used…
If you think you might have an issue with alcohol consumption, or might even struggle with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) – then that might be the case (1). Only you can decide if your drinking is something that you need to address. These 4 questions to ask yourself can help you identify whether alcohol has…
Finding an addiction treatment center that best meets your needs can sometimes be a challenge. Insurance coverage or available financial resources often play a role in the decision. Location is often a factor as well for a variety of reasons. Here are some things to consider when deciding whether or not to travel for addiction…