Is Nausea During Detox Normal? For many people, nausea is a common symptom during detox. It is caused by the body’s reaction to the withdrawal of the drug or alcohol. When you stop using drugs or alcohol, your body goes through a period of adjustment, often causing a variety of symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, …
An Eight Ball at a Time: My Descent into Addiction My cocaine addiction began at an early age and continued well into my adult life. I’ve tried every form of cocaine there is, and there are many ways to ingest it. I’ve smoked crack cocaine, I’ve snorted it, I’ve even injected it on many occasions. …
Using the Crash After a Coke Binge to Seek Treatment I’ve crashed countless times following a cocaine binge. Cocaine comedown is brutal, and I thought about seeking treatment every single time. Once I was finally ‘sick and tired of being sick and tired’, I decided to give recovery a chance through South Shores Detox and …
A Closer Look at the Effects of Cocaine on the Mind When I started using cocaine, I was convinced that it was the greatest thing in the world. However, the amount of fun that I had with cocaine during my first year of using it doesn’t compare at all to the personal hell that I …
Whippets: The Realities and Risks of Nitrous Oxide What are whippets, anyway? Many people are asking the same question lately, especially with the recent passing of Aaron Carter and Tony Hsieh. This recreational drug has become increasingly popular in the US lately, especially with younger adults and those on some form of drug testing. While …
A Complete Guide to Drug Tests in the Armed Forces It’s not uncommon for many people to participate in drinking or drug use as a relaxation or celebratory routine to reward themselves. In some cases, if this action is within the rules of the law and exercised with moderation and responsibility, some people are able …
Falling Into Meth and Alcohol Addiction When dealing with an addiction to multiple drugs, recovery can be a great hurdle. Luckily, there are a lot of people who have been able to find peace and healing as a result of substance abuse. I will outline how it worked for me, and perhaps you will find …
Knowing the Duration of Time Cocaine Lingers You may already know the basics: cocaine is an exceptionally potent stimulant drug with a high addiction potential. The National Institute on Drug Addiction (NIDA) reports that about 1.7% of Americans aged 12 or older used cocaine in 2021. And while cocaine use doesn’t get the headlines that …
The Military Health System and Substance Abuse Coverage for Veterans TRICARE Insurance covers military departments such as the U.S. Air Force, Marine Corps, and other major branches of our armed services. With the current wave of veterans suffering from drug and alcohol use disorders, finding efficient supplementary insurance that offers substance abuse treatment coverage and …
Recognizing the Red Flags of Fentanyl Use and Abuse The signs of fentanyl use can be subtle, but you must be aware of them. Knowing these can save an individual’s life. Struggling with addiction is common–you are not alone. Learning the signs of opioid abuse is the first step in recovery or helping someone you …
