What is Carfentanil and Why is it so Deadly?

What is Carfentanil and Why is it so Deadly?

By now, most people have heard something on the news or read articles in print or online about the opioid crisis gripping North America. It’s been responsible for scores of Emergency Room visits and hospital admissions. Far too many families have already said goodbye...
How to Know if Your Loved One Has an Addiction

How to Know if Your Loved One Has an Addiction

Addiction is a very powerful disease. It makes those affected by it lie to themselves and those around them. People with substance abuse issues tell themselves that they either don’t have a problem or that they can keep their drug or alcohol use under control. They...
Healing Addiction Through Yoga

Healing Addiction Through Yoga

Addiction is often defined as losing the choice whether to use a substance or not. Good intentions, willpower, self-discipline–addiction is more powerful than any of these. Addiction creates a separation of mind and body. Those with a substance use disorder lose...
Replacing One Addiction With Another

Replacing One Addiction With Another

Are you at risk for cross-addiction? Cross-addiction occurs when a person in recovery finds themselves replacing one addiction with another. The biggest danger of substitute addictions is that they make the individual more prone to relapsing and returning to their...
Alcohol Addiction Relapse Consequences

Alcohol Addiction Relapse Consequences

Of those who recovery from addiction, about 40-60% experience at least one relapse. The chronic nature of addiction means that relapsing is not only possible but also likely. Addiction relapse rates are similar to those for other chronic illnesses, such as diabetes,...