Choosing a drug addiction treatment program in Ohio can be confusing, especially if you don’t know much about rehab. Picking a program for a loved one can feel even more overwhelming because you may not be sure of their treatment needs. Here are some tips about looking for when helping your loved one choose a…
Bromo-DragonFLY is a synthetic hallucinogenic drug. It isn’t in widespread use, which means that when it does pop up, someone using it might not be prepared for its potentially deadly effects. Fortunately, a drug addiction treatment program in Ohio can help. Terrifying highs that last for days and the chance of fatal overdose mean spreading…
Unfortunately, many drug dealers have taken on a new role as a chef, creating concoctions of multiple deadly drugs. By mixing cheaper but more potent drugs like fentanyl into illicit drugs and prescription drugs, those struggling with substance use disorder are at an even higher risk of overdose and death. At Midwest Recovery Center, we…
Social media has become fully ingrained into the fabric of everyday life. Whether it’s updating your Facebook status, tweeting jokes, lurking on Instagram to see what your circle of friends is doing, eating, and where they are traveling to, or watching viral TikTok videos, many people are spending hours a day scrolling through a variety…
If you are concerned that yourself or a loved one has a painkiller addiction, getting treatment early is important. Addiction can occur when someone begins using illicit opioids or starts with a prescription from a doctor. We’ll look at spotting addiction early in both instances. What Is Painkiller Addiction? Painkillers are typically prescription opioid medications.…
Marijuana is among the most popular drugs in modern American society. Although many users and proponents of marijuana legalization argue that the drug is harmless, it poses various dangers to the body. Most users overlook marijuana side effects on the body and brain. Like other powerful drugs, abuse of marijuana exposes users to short- and…
Our care coordinators at Midwest Recovery Center work with patients on extensive relapse prevention planning and aftercare planning. We know that when leaving detox, residential, or stepping down from a partial hospitalization program, intensive outpatient program, or outpatient treatment can be nerve-racking. Sometimes, when you have lived with your addiction for so long, it may…
Eating healthy, exercise, and drug addiction may seem like an odd combination. Recent studies show that exercise could decrease substance abuse and reinforce abstinence, while healthy eating may increase mood and long-term recovery. Exercising while using drugs is not recommended and could be very dangerous due to increased or decreased heart rate, blood pressure, and…