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31 Dec

addiction, Opioid Addiction

Lean Abuse AKA Codeine (Purple Drank) Addiction And Abuse

December 16, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Lean, also called Purple Drank or Sizzurp, contains prescription-strength cough syrup, soda, and candy. The codei...

28 Nov

addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Fentanyl Addiction, Opioid Addiction

What Are The Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms During Detox?

November 11, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Fentanyl withdrawal symptoms can range from mild discomfort to severe physical and psychological distress. Medica...

26 Nov

addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Detox, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction

How Long Does Suboxone Stay in Your System?

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

Suboxone Duration: What You Need to Know Suboxone, a prescription medication used in addiction treatment, is known for helping ...

04 Aug

addiction, Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction

How Do Drug Addicts Afford Addiction?

August 3, 2024
By Gigi Price

Drug addiction is a process that affects people and makes them do things they would not normally do. Drug use and addiction are prevent...

01 Aug

Addiction Treatment, Opioid Addiction

Different Medications Used in Medication-Assisted Treatment

September 17, 2024
By Gigi Price

Summary Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a comprehensive approach to treating substance use disorders, particularly opioi...

26 Jul

Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Mental Health, Opioid Addiction, Press Release

Virtue Recovery Center Launches Groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ Affirming Program

July 26, 2024
By Adam Parker (LCSW)

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Las Vegas, NV – July 29, 2024—Virtue Recovery Center is proud to announce the launch of its new...

23 Jul

Addiction Treatment, Alcohol, drug Addiction, Mental Health, Opioid Addiction

Why Go Out of State for Drug or Alcohol Treatment?

October 7, 2024
By Gigi Price

Choosing to get help for addiction or mental health disorders is one of the most significant and brave decisions that a person can make...

17 Jul

Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction, rehab

Brain Implant Technology Promises Relief for Drug Addiction

July 17, 2024
By Gigi Price

Introduction Recent advancements in brain implant technology have provided a new ray of light in the fight against drug addiction. The...

10 Jul

Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction

Best Rehab Tips For a Successful Drug Treatment Center Stay

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

Introduction Going to a drug treatment center is a major decision and a positive step toward the process of rehabilitation and ...

05 Jul

addiction, Opioid Addiction

Breaking the Silence: How Libraries Support Opioid Victims

July 30, 2024
By Gigi Price

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