How Communities Can Make Changes Communities can make changes to reduce illicit drug use. There are a variety of preventive, supportive, and rehabilitative actions available for residents, companies and corporations. Any individual can play a significant role in creating changes in society concerning drug use. Taking proactive and impactful steps
Seeing Changes in the One We Love Anyone related to a person who uses mind-altering substances, including alcohol, sees the change. You will often observe certain behaviours when the person is under the influence and when they are not. In fact, most family members will not actually know if the
Mindfulness in addiction treatment is a therapeutic approach that involves cultivating a heightened awareness of the present moment and maintaining a nonjudgmental attitude. The person exercises the ability to observe their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without labelling them as “good,” “bad,” “right,” or “wrong.” It involves accepting things as they
A Guide for Self-Assessment for Addiction Self-diagnosing addiction can be challenging because it involves recognizing patterns of behaviour that may be difficult to be aware of or admit. Often, addiction develops gradually. Use starts out as occasional or manageable and progresses to where it becomes problematic. Addiction can also come
Why Rehab Referrals Deciding to seek help for drug addiction is a life-changing moment, but the process of finding the right rehab facility can be overwhelming. Many people don’t know where to begin, and the abundance of options can leave them feeling paralyzed. That’s where drug rehab referrals come into
Drug Rehab & DIY Search vs. Consultancy When someone decides to seek help for alcohol addiction, it’s an important and life-changing step. But, the next challenge is finding the right rehab centre that fits their specific needs. Many people attempt to navigate this process on their own, diving into a
Exploring Private or Funded Addiction Treatments Finding the right rehab program in Canada on your own can be very overwhelming, specifically when you don’t know the first thing about this sector of society. The first hurdle many individuals face is when it comes to choosing between government-funded and private addiction
Normal responses As a parent or close friend, I am sure you most likely attempted to speak to the person about their overuse of drugs or alcohol. And their change in behaviour or mannerisms towards you and others. And it is certain their response was likely, “What are you talking
Steps to Enter a Drug Rehab Centre in Canada Have you ever wondered how to enter a drug rehab centre in Canada? This article gives you the different steps to take. When attempting to enter a treatment centre in Canada, you have two options: public (government-funded rehab centres) or private
Xylazine Laced Fentanyl In Canada, several topics related to addiction are currently trending. One major focus is the opioid overdose crisis, which remains a critical issue. As of early 2024, we continue to experience a high number of opioid-related deaths, with an average of 22 deaths per day. Substances like
Quitting Drugs and Alcohol is not Easy There are many reasons a person cannot just quit substance abuse. Some of these reasons are quite valid, such as the varied withdrawal symptoms that accompany each particular drug type. A person does not need a PhD in health care to realize the
Are you facing problems due to drug addiction? Don’t worry! You have a solution for this challenge: drug rehabilitation. It is the recommended step toward recovery, but understanding the available services and support can make the process more convenient and informed. Different types of plans address various aspects of addiction,
Exploring the Recovery Process Exploring the way to recovery from addiction is hopeful as well as challenging. For various persons, the process starts with entering a drug rehab centre. It is a space that offers necessary guidance and structured treatment for drug addiction. In this guide, we’ll explain the rehab
Degrees of Effects of Drugs and Alcohol An individual begins down a non-survival path with the use of drugs or alcohol to solve problems. Problems in their most stripped-down view are something countering or opposing something else. Drugs are basically poisons: a little bit of it speeds you up, a
Home Detox! What Does it Take? Over the years, we have received thousands of calls, and many of these are from parents, spouses and pretty much anyone seeking to help another who is struggling to overcome their addiction. Drugs and alcohol are quite common in our present society, and there
Addiction, a Fascinating and Sometimes Complex Subject The subject of addiction is a fascinating and, at times, complex subject. This is also true of depression and anxiety. This complexity is more evident for anyone not familiar with the various facets of addiction, depression, and anxiety. Most addiction counsellors have been
Dealing and Talking to an Addicted Person One of the most challenging things for a family member to face is the drug addiction of their son or daughter, husband, or wife. This extends to close relatives and includes friends of the family. How do you deal with a person suffering
Heightened Fear of Relapse and Overdose Whether you are a regular drug user needing help, someone in recovery, or you’re watching someone vanish in the abyss of addiction, the past two years have been indescribable. Managing the insanity of the pandemic has not been easy for anyone with a history
Crystal Meth and its Dangers If you do not know what a Crystal meth lab looks like, maybe this may give you a bit of an idea. Picture a beautiful spring morning when you walk outside to get a good whiff of fresh spring air, and you receive a pungent
Through the Eyes of a Person with an Addiction Your son is abusing cocaine, your daughter is sniffing heroin, your wife is abusing her pain meds, and possibly your husband is polishing off a case of beer a day or 26oz of liquor. Maybe it is a close relative or
Public Access Services I have been in the field of substance abuse, helping others since 1998. Having struggled with my addiction to illicit drugs, including hallucinogens, I have been drug and alcohol-free for over 20 years. Throughout my career, I have seen almost every type of substance abuse in our
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