Some people may think that oxycodone, also commonly referred to as oxy, can be prescribed by doctors. It’s true that it’s less dangerous than street drugs, such as heroin. However, addiction to painkillers can creep up on you. Oxycodone or Oxy is one such prescription painkiller. Because of the medication’s potency, individuals can follow their…
When dealing with drug addiction, whether it’s in your own life or the life of someone you love, it’s essential to establish boundaries for addicts. Without healthy boundaries for addicts, things can escalate out of control quickly. If you or someone you love is battling with a drug or alcohol addiction, get help from a…
Drug addiction affects many factions of the world; it harms the individual, destroys families, threatens communities, and makes its mark on society. Children of drug-addicted parents are some of the ones who suffer the most from this harmful epidemic. Their fragile emotions and developing brain make the stress of living with drug-addicted parents extremely difficult.…
Making the decision to quit doing drugs or alcohol is a big step. There are many questions about the detox timeline probably swirling around your mind at this moment such as: How long does it take to get off drugs? Will I go through withdrawal? What is withdrawal like? Is it difficult to quit taking…
Alcohol addiction is a much greater problem in the United States than many people realize. Alcohol-related deaths surpass that of even opioids, which we hear so much about in the media. In fact, nearly 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes every year in the US. This is a huge problem that often gets swept under…
Whether you have dealt with a heroin, alcohol, or opiate addiction, gratitude in recovery is part of the healing process. When steeped in the middle of the addiction trauma, it’s difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It’s easy to feel discouraged and disheartened during the height of addiction. Yet, as…
Going through the detox process is important as you begin your journey to a brighter future. However, once you’ve completed detox it’s essential to know that therapy is the next important step in your recovery. Without therapy, you may relapse quickly. Treatment professionals design therapy to reveal issues that influence or cause substance abuse. By…
The heroin epidemic has long been a problem in the United States. Since its invention in the 1800s, heroin has been a drug with strong power and addictive ability. Recognizing the dangers of the drug, the United States Congress banned the use of heroin in 1924. However, in the mid-twentieth century, many musicians used the…
Drug and alcohol addiction needs to address many facets of your health needs. That includes your physical needs, mental health needs, and your spiritual and emotional health needs. Our team at Tides Edge Detox offers you a range of therapy options to meet each of those goals. One of these treatment options is yoga therapy.…
The opioid dependence crisis is all over the news lately, and it’s clear that these painkillers and other substances are ruining lives. If you or a loved one have used opioids and is now struggling with opioid dependence, you may be wondering what’s making it so hard to get off of the drugs your doctor…
