James McMannis

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

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

Dealing With Severe Cocaine Addiction I began using cocaine in my late teens. It began as a party drug for me and quickly became a severe addiction I had no control over. When I attended treatment at South Shores Recovery, I had overdosed three times within the previous six months. A cocaine overdose is scary,

Drug Abuse and Cocaine Addiction Signs Cocaine addiction is a dangerous and pervasive issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. This highly addictive substance is widely available and can have disastrous consequences on an individual’s health and well-being, both physically and mentally. Fortunately, with the right help and support system in place, recovery

Blue Xanax Addiction: One of The Most Abused Prescription Drugs Blue Xanax (pills containing the drug Alprazolam) are a schedule IV controlled substance widely prescribed in the US to treat general anxiety disorder symptoms and panic disorders. Most often these come as small blue football-shaped tablets. Sadly, this has been one of the most widely

There Is a Difference Between Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between drug abuse and drug addiction. Some would argue that there isn’t much of a difference at all. I’m here to tell you that there is definitely a big difference, and recognizing what the differences are can save

What Is Surf Therapy? I was one of those hard cases, you know the one that thinks they all have it figured out. The one that doesn’t need help. It was a fluke that I was able to get help at all. I just happened to live near South Shore and walked by one day.