Methamphetamine is a powerful, highly addictive stimulant with potentially dangerous consequences. Someone might try methamphetamine to experience its euphoric effects and crave the drug again to escape negative […]
Not sure if you’re struggling with an alcohol addiction? Click the button below to take our free Addiction Test. Take Addiction Test Is Alcohol Addiction a Big Problem? At Synergy Recovery Services, we see many […]
Are You Addicted to Drugs? How do you know if you use drugs recreationally or are “addicted” to a substance and require treatment? If you wonder “Do I need a drug rehab clinic?” ask yourself the […]
These days, it seems like alcohol is everywhere. It’s become synonymous with being social, having fun and enjoying life to the fullest. However, having a glass of wine during an outing or meeting a friend for a […]
Adderall is a prescription drug primarily used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder — commonly known as ADHD — and other neurological issues, such as narcolepsy. When used correctly under a […]
You look in the mirror and don’t recognize the person you see. It’s a shell of the person you used to be ever since your addiction took over. It didn’t happen overnight, but it slowly but surely […]
The most important step that you can make regarding your drug or alcohol addiction is going to a rehab facility. Here, you will be treated professionally by a doctor and other specialists who can help you overcome the […]
Committing to a rehab program is the first step to recovery, but attendance is not enough. The early stages of combatting addiction could leave you feeling vulnerable. It’s easy to close yourself off from […]
Why don’t people want to quit drugs? Most times it’s not a question of want. It’s a question of will. Addiction is a disease that impact’s a person’s willpower and decision-making skills. […]
Should you tell others you have an addiction? When you’re serious about overcoming your addiction, it’s important to reach out to your loved ones. This tough but courageous step is important for your […]
Helping a sibling who is struggling with addiction seems overwhelming. Whether it’s a sister or brother with the drug addiction, you want to support them without enabling their dysfunctional behavior. Siblings see […]
How can you get your job back after rehab? Going back to work after rehab is one of the top priorities for recovering addicts. But often they feel intimidated by some of the barriers between them and employment. They […]
Helping a sibling who is struggling with addiction seems overwhelming. Whether it’s a sister or brother with the drug addiction, you want to support them without enabling their dysfunctional behavior. Siblings see […]
The decision to ask for help in overcoming your addiction marks the beginning of the rest of your life. Initial therapies and getting through detoxification are the first steps that you need to take in this journey. You […]
Over the past 15 years, death rates attributed to prescription painkiller overdoses in women have increased by 400 percent. In comparison, rates of men dying from overdosing on prescription painkillers have increased by […]
Addiction is a serious problem that affects 40 million Americans, according to a recent study. Although societies have struggled with addictions for more than a century, in recent decades, medical science has helped us […]
When you first held your child in your arms, it probably felt like you could do anything to protect them from harm. As you watched them grow and become more independent, you imagined them as adults with their own lives. […]
The cost of substance abuse in the United States is extremely high. For example, here are the annual costs for four different commonly abused substances: Alcohol: $27 billion in health care costs and $249 billion in […]
Having the courage to get help when you are struggling with addiction is an enormous step toward recovery. An important part of recovery is understanding the possibility of relapse. You might feel an enormous amount of […]
Addiction is a complex concept based on many variables. Each individual has a different experience and comes to addiction in a unique way. For most, understanding they have a problem that requires professional treatment […]