Supporting an Opioid Addict During the Holidays
While many believe that the holidays bring out the best in people, if your loved one struggles with opioid addiction or another substance use disorder,
December 20, 2020
Our Blog, Your Resource
We want to keep you informed with knowledge that can change your life, which is why we have created our blog to provide you with:
- New developments in addiction, treatment and recovery
- Answers to your most commonly asked questions
- Resources and tips to support you on your journey
How the Pandemic Has Changed the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
The pandemic has created a convergence of dangerous factors, and those with opioid addiction are most at risk. More than 40 states have reported a noticeable
December 15, 2020
Massachusetts Battling Opioid Addiction in 2020
While the opioid crisis is a national epidemic, Massachusetts has been hit especially hard. The scale of this crisis can be felt in urban, suburban
November 12, 2020
Methadone, Addiction and Diabetes
Since 1980, the prevalence of diabetes in the worldwide adult population has increased from 4.7% to 8.5%. Sufferers of painful diabetic neuropathy, or PDN, make up 10 to
November 12, 2020
Using Opioids Safely After Medical Procedures
If you’ve suffered a severe injury or had major surgical intervention, chances are you were prescribed opioids for pain management. Opioid medications can be safe
November 12, 2020
How to Tell Kids That a Family Member Is Getting Treated for Addiction
How do you tell children that one or both of their parents struggle with addiction? While talking to kids about a parent’s addiction isn’t easy,
October 23, 2020
Risks of Counterfeit Opioids
The Drug Enforcement Administration, or DEA, and other U.S. law enforcement agencies face a growing challenge in preventing street opioids, or counterfeit opioids, from pouring into
October 20, 2020
3 Common Fears in Opioid Addiction Recovery and How to Overcome Them
Recovery is a brave choice. Yet many people encounter a powerful emotion that can sabotage their sobriety — fear. There’s nothing easy about changing the status
October 5, 2020
Healthy Habits for Opioid Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction is a holistic journey. As your mind and body break away from opioid addiction, why not commit to living a healthier lifestyle?
September 28, 2020
Methadone’s Impact on Weight and Your Metabolism
Opioid addiction and recovery can cause changes to your body and mind. Some patients who take methadone in medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, experience weight gain.
September 21, 2020
How Opioid Addiction Impacts the Economy
Most people are aware of opioid addiction’s impact on a personal level. However, the cost of opioid addiction goes beyond those grappling with the disease.
September 16, 2020
Uprooting Addiction Stemming From the Family Tree
Contributor: Theresa Styffe, Counselor at Health Care Resource Centers Woburn, MA As many of us know, the term “War on Drugs” has been circulating in
September 10, 2020