OxyContin relapse

Why is Opioid Abuse Prevalent in Tennessee?

Opioids are among the most dangerous and addictive drugs available throughout the United States, including Tennessee. While any opioid rehab in Tennessee can treat a person for this addiction, these facilities cannot solve the problem of prevalent opioid abuse in the state on their own. Fighting the opioid crisis requires the help of every Tennessean,…

cocaine addiction

How to Help a Child Who Is a Meth Addict

As a parent, there is nothing more disheartening than finding out that your child has become addicted to a dangerous drug like meth. Thankfully, we at Knoxville Recovery Center have extensive experience in treating individuals who have fallen into the trap of methamphetamine addiction. It is only natural to feel a mixture of emotions during…

bipolar disorder and depression

How Does Breathwork Improve Mental Health?

What Is Breathwork?   The term “breathwork” encompasses a wide range of breathing techniques and breathing exercises. Through conscious breathing techniques are ancient, the term “breathwork” and the practice of some breathing techniques—particularly without incorporating movement such as yoga—has only become mainstream in recent years.  One popular breathwork technique that has gained popularity is a 3-part…

music therapy

How Does Music Therapy Improve Mental Health?

What Is Music Therapy?  According to the American Music Therapy Association, music therapy can be defined as, “the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.” Music therapy interventions can address a variety of healthcare &…

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What is Speedballing?

What is Speedballing you ask? Both legal and illegal drugs come in a variety of forms for a variety of purposes. Two of the most notable classifications for drugs are “stimulants” or “depressants”. Drugs in these categories have opposite effects when used. However, some individuals try to combine them in order to attempt to achieve…