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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

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...

05 Apr

addiction, Blog

Virtual Reality is a Breakthrough in Addiction Therapy

July 18, 2024
By Gigi Price

Abstract In an era where technology and healthcare converge to create groundbreaking therapeutic modalities, Virtual Reality (VR) em...

29 Mar

addiction, Press Release

Virtue Recovery Offers Holistic Therapy Options for Enhanced Rehabilitation

June 27, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Embark on a Transformative Journey Towards Recovery Virtue Recovery Center is proud to announce an expanded suite of holistic therapy ...

21 Mar

addiction, Blog

The Alarming Rise of ‘Study Drugs’ Among College Students

June 26, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

In recent years, the landscape of college campuses has shifted dramatically due to the surge in the use of 'study drugs' such as Addera...

08 Mar

addiction, Blog

An Unseen Battle: Mental Health Challenges Amongst Elite Athletes

March 8, 2024
By Gigi Price

Athletes are often celebrated for their physical strength, agility, and achievements in the high-stakes world of elite sports. However,...

07 Mar

addiction, Blog

How COVID-19 Pandemic Worsened America’s Opioid Crisis

March 8, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the opioid crisis in America, transforming an already dire situation into an unprecedented public...

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