Despite what many Americans believe, illegal street drugs are not the only kind of addictive drug. Sadly, even prescription drugs like Xanax and Valium can be just as addicting. However, despite some similarities, Xanax and Valium are two very different drugs that can have different effects on their users. What is Xanax? Like Valium, Xanax…
Methamphetamine, more commonly known as meth, is an extremely addictive stimulant that affects one’s central nervous system. Detoxing from meth can be a long and hard journey, especially because of the nature of the substance. Meth can be consumed by smoking, swallowing a pill, snorting, or injecting. Those who are addicted to meth often use…
There are many reasons to consider the benefits of family therapy in treating heroin addiction. Having a safety net plays an important role in relapse prevention and helps those in recovery maintain sobriety. Knoxville Recovery Center’s drug rehab in Tennessee has a family therapy program designed to help families better understand reasons people develop a…
If you’ve noticed a change in your loved one’s behavior recently, you might be worried that they’ve developed a mental health disorder like bipolar disorder and addiction. Anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder can affect one’s behavior, making them seem off or different. Addiction can also bring about similar behaviors and symptoms. If you notice a…
When you are feeling anxious, at times it can be hard to just make it through the day. Fear and anxiety are stifling emotions that can eat away at your time, and your overall well-being. Perhaps you are already under the care of a doctor and are taking medication to relieve anxiety, but it still…
Addiction can be hard to overcome, especially to harder substances like methamphetamines. However, there are a vast array of options available to addicts when it comes to treatment, including music therapy. Meth is a highly addictive stimulant that is often very difficult to quit without outside help and support. By engaging in therapy of all…
Experiencing trauma is a common occurrence for millions of people around the world. Sadly, for some, a traumatic experience can lead to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, more commonly referred to as PTSD. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, around 6% of the U.S. population will experience PTSD at some point during their…
According to the most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health, there were an estimated 1.5 million cocaine users in the United States; many of these users are likely addicted to the substance. Fortunately, there are several treatments and strategies an individual can use to treat addiction, including adventure therapy. Although it may seem…
If you are addicted to marijuana, you may not think that it is as bad as being an alcoholic. Whether this is true or not, it doesn’t take away from the fact that you have become dependent on a drug, that has its own list of damaging side effects. We at Knoxville Recovery Center drug…
The first step is to admit you have a problem. Once a person has accepted they are struggling with alcohol use disorder they can begin the healing process. Alcohol addiction is extremely common in the United States and a leading cause of health problems. The withdrawal symptoms experienced while detoxing from alcohol addiction can be…
