Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is a depressant drug that has gained popularity as a club or party drug. Partygoers illicitly use this substance for its ability to impart intense feelings of calm and relaxation and lowered inhibitions. Unfortunately, GHB has a dark side, with some people using it to commit assault. Understanding what GHB is and […]
You may not think that opioid use and constipation have much in common, but there is a strong link between the two. Opioid use can cause constipation, and constipation can be a sign of opioid addiction. If you or someone you care about is taking opioids for a medical purpose, it’s essential to be aware
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Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to morphine but 50 to 100 times more potent. What is rainbow fentanyl, then? It is a particularly dangerous form of the drug that has been linked to many overdoses and deaths. If you or someone you care about is struggling with fentanyl addiction, know there is hope
If you or someone you care about is struggling with a fentanyl addiction, you may feel like there’s no way out—but there is hope. Addiction treatment can help you overcome your addiction and get your life back on track. Promises Brazos Valley offers detox and rehab as part of our addiction treatment services in Texas.
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive treatment program that allows you to live at home while getting the help you need to manage addiction or mental health. It is ideal for people who do not require an inpatient stay but need more support than outpatient therapy can provide. Partial hospitalization programs are led
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College is when many young adults experiment with drugs, alcohol, and other substances. While some of the drugs that college students abuse can lead to dangerous situations and long-term health issues, others pose only a minimal risk when used in moderation. Understanding the most common drugs used in college and how they can affect you
Substance abuse among professionals is an important issue that has received little attention. Teachers, doctors, and dentists tend to have higher than average rates of substance abuse, prompting the need for professional treatment programs. Substance abuse can lead to debilitating addictions without intervention, putting these professionals and those under their care in danger. At Promises
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Virtual addiction treatment is a growing trend that is helping people struggling with substance use disorders to access treatment more easily. You can participate in many of the same types of programs as in-person treatment, such as virtual intensive outpatient programs and partial hospitalization programs. But what exactly is virtual addiction treatment, and what does
Heroin is a highly addictive substance, with many people getting addicted relatively quickly after their first use. Fortunately, there are resources available to help people with heroin addiction recover. Heroin detox, or the period you go through heroin withdrawal, is often the first step in recovery. The heroin detox process at a professional drug detox
What do you do after you complete inpatient rehab? While residential treatment is designed to help you overcome your addiction, it is only one part of a broader recovery plan. Another aspect of that plan is transitioning to outpatient treatment after leaving an inpatient treatment program. Promises Brazos Valley is dedicated to supporting your lifelong