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30 May

addiction, Addiction Treatment, Cocaine Addiction

The Cocaine Vaccine: Breakthrough in Treating Cocaine Addiction

July 12, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

The Cocaine Vaccine: Breakthrough in Treating Cocaine Addiction Key Takeaways The cocaine vaccine is designed to stimulate...

27 May

addiction, drug Addiction, News

Kush Crisis: The Devastating Toll on Sierra Leone

July 12, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Kush, a dangerous synthetic drug, is causing widespread addiction and health crises in Sierra Leone. The effect...

24 May

addiction, Blog, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction

How to Identify Cocaine by Touch, Taste, Look, and Smell

August 30, 2024
By Gigi Price

Identifying cocaine through the use of sensory systems is an important aspect that may be of great importance to healthcare practitione...

23 May

addiction, Fentanyl Addiction, Opioid Addiction

How Long Does Fentanyl Stay in Your System?

August 23, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Fentanyl can stay in your system for varying durations depending on several factors. Knowing how long fentanyl ...

21 May

addiction, Alcohol

The Rise of Sober Curious: A New Trend in Alcohol Consumption

October 7, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways The sober curious movement is gaining popularity as more people explore reducing or eliminating alcohol from their l...

15 May

addiction

Senior Substance Abuse: Understanding Addiction in Older Adults

July 30, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

In the United States, 2.5 million older adults face substance abuse. This number could double by 2030. The issue of addiction in older ...

13 May

addiction, drug Addiction, Fentanyl Addiction

Unveiling the Fentanyl Crisis: Understanding Its Impact and Navigating Solutions

July 18, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is the primary cause of the rise in overdose deaths. The awareness...

03 May

addiction, Alcohol, Blog, drug Addiction

Is Drug & Alcohol Addiction A Disease?

May 3, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Addiction, whether to alcohol or drugs(or both) is frequently surrounded by misconceptions and stigma. However, this disease is more an...

23 Apr

addiction, Blog

Can I Get Addicted to ADHD Medication?

July 18, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

This article examines the potential of addiction to ADHD medication, detailing how these drugs, which are essential in controlling symp...

15 Apr

addiction, Alcohol, Blog

Am I an Alcoholic? Here Are 20 Signs.

July 18, 2024
By Gigi Price

Are You Struggling with Alcohol? Identifying and Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder Alcohol use disorder (AUD), or alcoholism, is a medic...

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