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The rapid spread of veterinary tranquilizer Xylazine as a street drug in the Northeast is causing great alarm. In an October 2022 report, the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) had warned that xylazine was increasingly being detected in illicit drugs. U.S. law enforcement officials first noticed its use as a street drug in Puerto Rico, but then found it began to make its way to states in the Northeast. The DEA reported that there was ...

Having a support system and having your own support group makes recovery last. When you go to a treatment center to get help for your addictions, you'll be assigned a counselor. It is the counselor's responsibility to assist you in setting objectives and learning recovery-related skills. This includes techniques to form a peer support structure once you return home. Although drug rehabs and holistic treatment programs are often believed to be more effective, countless people ...

With the 4th of July approaching, festivities and get-togethers to honor America's independence are typically accompanied by fireworks and barbecues, as well as time spent with friends and family. In addition, the Fourth of July is one of the busiest drinking days of the year. We've listed a few tips that can help you stay sober when attending festivities this summer.    In the morning, attend a meeting: The first few actions you do in the morning ...

Your total psychological well-being is referred to as "mental health." It involves your self-esteem, the quality of your relationships, and your capacity to regulate your emotions and deal with problems.  Anyone can suffer from mental or emotional health issues, and many of us will do so throughout our lives. One in every five Americans suffer from mental health or drug abuse issues. These suggestions can help you improve your mood, increase your resilience, and increase your ...

New Jersey is among the top three states in the United States with respect to diverse racial, ethnic, and foreign-born populations.1 Populations teeming with diversity bring forth unique mindsets, traditions, beliefs, and techniques of communication. To deliver the best possible service, social and healthcare workers need a culturally sensitive approach that incorporates a consumer’s diverse background throughout the treatment process. 2 It is essential that we are aware of complexities and cultural differences as the ...

"To change your life you must change the way you think" Day 1 of making better choices and continuing to support each other. #danielplan #40days #bcrteam #wecandothis The Daniel Plan is far more than a diet. It is a lifestyle program based on spiritual principles and five essential components: Food, Fitness, Focus, Faith, and Friends. These last two components — faith and friends — are what I call the secret sauce that makes The Daniel ...

There's no denying that people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol feel much happier when they quit. There are many recovery stories that show how wonderful life can be after you've overcome your addiction. However, there is always a very painful period before you start to feel better, which occurs shortly after you quit. This is referred to as withdrawal. Although there are many physical signs of withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, methamphetamine, and other ...

Drug addiction can lead to numerous physical and mental health problems in the future. Drug addiction causes long-term changes to the brain which makes quitting almost impossible. Examples of physical health problems are lung cancer, heart disease, liver damage, and kidney failure. Mental health problems that can occur are depression or anxiety. It is possible to reverse all of these health problems through long-term drug addiction treatment, and to start learning how to live without ...

What is post-acute withdrawal syndrome? Following medically supervised detox from highly addictive substances, most people experience a short phase of physical discomfort, otherwise known as acute withdrawal.  Acute withdrawal can produce more dangerous health consequences—even life-threatening complications if detox isn't done in a supervised setting. But there's more to drug and alcohol withdrawal than physical symptoms of discomfort. While acute withdrawal refers primarily to the body's process of healing, a second phase of withdrawal symptoms, known as post-acute withdrawal ...

Even in ideal circumstances, addiction recovery can be difficult. Add a pandemic into the mix, and things can start to feel overwhelming. It is understandable to feel challenged and worried by these unusual times, but they do not have to derail your recovery process. Below are some tips for managing addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic.   Take advantage of online recovery resources.   The CDC’s guidelines around social distancing have led to many facilities and 12-step programs to ...

Behavioral Crossroads has been participating the FDA Food and Drug Administration Food Grant program for years. It is a Medicaid based program. In our new world of COVID-19, we have the unique opportunity to work with our clients using a food delivery system. Since our programs are running by different rules, based on safety, CDC protocols and social distancing, we must worry about the virus and offer treatment by telehealth and voice only telephone formats ...