Reader Question – How can we end the Meth epidemic?
Many of you might be asking this same question so I’m posting with the answer here. Enjoy. The question is from Incognito
Methamphetamine causes more dopamine and serotonin to be released by the brain than, sex, heroin, nicotine, and chocolate combined. This fact alone is responsible for its almost instantaneous addiction. Its also nearly impossible to recover from since the brain has to learn again how to release those chemicals on its own, meaning you simply wont be able to feel pleasure of any kind for a long time while you recover. It is estimated that 80% of Portland, ORs crime is in some way, Meth related.Thi...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 25, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Meth Recovery Source Type: blogs
Q&A: Anyone know whats happening to me?
I was looking through some old posts and found this question. I thought it was a good one so I wanted to post an answer here. The question comes from ‘Jon’:
today will be the 9th day since i quit smoking Marijuana and tobacco. i had a lot of withdrawal symptons such as extreme anxiety, loss of appetite, intense heartburn type sensations etc etc luckily they have for the most part gone. how ever. im still having really bad trouble sleeping for any long periods of time. the act of getting to sleep ISNT the problem, i go to bed around 11ish and read until i can no longer keep my eyes open and conk out very easi...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 24, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Opiate Treatment Source Type: blogs
Q&A – Marijuana withdrawal or depression?
Here’s a good question from Dirty Numb Angel Girl with an even better answer, enjoy:
Hey all, I have been feeling upset the whole of this week, confused and lost like I can’t cope with the world outside. I have been bursting into tears for no reason throughout the day and have been losing my temper a lot too. I have began to feel very anxious for example if I see two people laughing in the street I feel like they must be laughing at my expense or at me. I feel like I just want to be alone or sleep for months on end just so I don’t have to think anymore.I’m not sure if this is because I have a histor...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 22, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Opiate Treatment Source Type: blogs
Q/A – In the group called Alcoholics Anonymous, they have 12 steps and 12 tratditions. In the 12 Traditions what do
You guys might also have this question so I’m posting it here with a good answer too. It comes from ‘helensmellen2′ who asks:
In the group of Alcoholics Anonymous they have what is called the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions. I am interested in finding out in easy terms or an easy explanation just what Tradtion 6 means. I have read it in there books but I still don’t understand it. Is there someone that can explain it in easy to understand terms? Thanks
Answer: Whew! This tradition is a long one isn’t it? I guess Bill didn’t want to leave too much open to question on the money issue. But...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 20, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Alcoholic Recovery Source Type: blogs
An Answer to the Question: What exactly are the current barriers to naloxone access?
I thought I’d post this question from Liz since a lot of people seem to be asking it lately:
Law makers introduced a way to prevent drug overdoses in america, which is now the second leading cause of accidental deaths. One of those ways is to remove the barriers of Naloxone (Narcan) access, does anyone know what those barriers are?In response to mark, I’m actually on the medication, well on suboxone which has naloxone in it. So do you think that’s the one and only barrier to getting it? And I know that you have to go through a program to get it in the first place, in Maine there’s a waiting list. Ma...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 17, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Opiate Treatment Source Type: blogs
Answering the Question ‘Alcoholic boyfriend?’
Here a good question I found in the comments section of a previous post. ‘Ashley A’ asks us the question:
My boyfriend just admitted his alcohol addiction. His body is starting to feel the effects, and he is attending his first AA meeting tonight. He is by no means a mean drunk. What should I expect with him going through this? How can I help besides be there?
Answer: Well, if he “gets sober” in AA, you’ll have to get used to the idea that “the program” will come first in his life, and that if you question anything he’s learning in there, you will be told that you “don...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 2, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Alcoholic Recovery Source Type: blogs
Question/Answer: How long does a normal drug high last?
‘worldwarme1013′ asks a great question so I thought I’d post it here with an answer – enjoy:
I’m writing a short story about a druggie and since I don’t do drugs and I don’t know anyone who does I have no clue how long a drug high would last. Oh and I’m talking about drugs like cocaine, meth, heroin, and what not, so if someone could please tell me you’d really be helping me.
Answer: Okay this question is right up my ally I am a former drug addict and ive basically tried everything and since I have been in recovery I have went to school and became an addictions counsel...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - March 1, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Meth Recovery Source Type: blogs
My Answer To The Question – How do you check somebody in a drug rehab?
Many of you like the questions and answers on this blog. I just found another one from ‘alma c’ who asks
If your friend has a meth drug problem but no money because he doesn’t work. How do you check somebody into rehab? or how do you get the necessary steps to help somebody that has been doing this for 14 years? Is there hope for somebody like that? Help me to help my friend!! in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Answer: I am sorry to tell you but outside of prayer there is nothing that you can do for this person. As a recovering addict and alcoholic the decision has to be that of the addict.If they get themselves ...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 25, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Meth Recovery Source Type: blogs
Answer to the question: Is it safe to detox your body?
It’s Q&A time again. This one comes from ‘Natural19rae’ who is asking…
I’m a college student that is trying to get in better shape…I read in Fitness magazine that before you start dieting that you should detox your body. I want to really start dieting after Christmas. Is detoxing safe? Also, what are some ways that I can safely detox my body? Thanks!
Answer: You can’t detox your body. You need to find better resources for information.”Detox” is short for detoxification and detoxification is a natural process involving your liver and kidneys and there is nothing y...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 22, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Medical Detox Source Type: blogs
Video: To Hell and Back -Lesli’s Story of Recovery; edited with pictures
This is a pretty good video I came across. Wanted to share it with everyone. EnjoyAuthor’s Description:
My personal story of recovery from alcohol/cocaine/crack/meth & the sex How a minister’s daughter found the with pics of the neuro-sugeon who saved my life & family pics) I am not a Super-Christian – Im just someone who has been to hell & back and want to share my experience, strength and hope to someone who needs I am not here to evangelize Christians – I am sharing this to reach the people who need it the most – my brothers and sisters who suffer from addiction and sexual ...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 21, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Meth Recovery Source Type: blogs
A Reader’s Question – Is there something that works the same as How Healthy: Super Colon Cleanse 1800 I can buy at a drugstore?
It’s time for another question/answer. I know a lot of you like these so here we go. This one comes from (Source: Addiction Recovery Blog)
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 20, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Medical Detox Source Type: blogs
Reader Question – Could she be faking her alcoholism for attention?
Many of you might be asking this same question so I’m posting with the answer here. Enjoy. The question is from mel
Someone very close to me has recently went to rehab and is currently in “recovery” from alcoholism. She has always been EXTREMELY self-absorbed, and I’m wondering if this is just more of the same. The reason I think she could be “faking” is that she quit drinking on her own for a week and a half, with no difficulty. No DT’s or anything. 2 weeks later she called her mom to come get her. She hadn’t had a drink in almost 24 hours, and was shaking and needing ...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 18, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Alcoholic Recovery Source Type: blogs
Video – San Antonio Drug Rehab Detox | 877-667-4695 | San Antonio Drug Abuse Intervention Counseling
Check out this video. I found it was pretty good and you should enjoy it.
Author’s Description:
San Antonio Drug Rehab Detox | 877-667-4695 | San Antonio Drug Abuse Intervention Counseling Alcohol detoxification Alcohol detoxification (alcohol detox) is a process by which a heavy drinker’s system is brought back to normal after being used to having alcohol in the body on a continual Serious alcohol addiction results in a decrease in production of GABA, a reuptake inhibitor, because alcohol acts to replace Precipitous withdrawal from long-term alcohol addiction without medical management can cause severe health...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 15, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Medical Detox Source Type: blogs
Q&A: Since 2002 I’ve been taking opiates and bennys abusing them of course?
I was looking through some old posts and found this question. I thought it was a good one so I wanted to post an answer here. The question comes from ‘Chris’:
should I be going to a state run rehab or should I cold turkey I’ve done it before I know I can do it again but I just keep falling into the same rut I will never get well if I don’t receive the proper treatment.could I just get the input of the addicts who have overcome this crap and the others who are still going through this.much obliged and God bless all of you thank you
Answer: I’d love to be able to tell you that “treatmen...
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 14, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Opiate Treatment Source Type: blogs
Q&A – can you give me your experiences on losing weight by drinking water?
Here’s a good question from the all american rejects (Source: Addiction Recovery Blog)
Source: Addiction Recovery Blog - February 11, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: Addiction Recovery Author Tags: Medical Detox Source Type: blogs
