Addiction Recovery Blog

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) 19.5% of alcoholics in the United States belong to a subtype known as “functional.” These individuals tend to be middle-aged and well-educated with stable jobs and families. About one-third have a multigenerational family history of alcoholism and about one-quarter have a depressive illness sometime in their lives. But what else do we know about these individuals? How do you spot a high-functioning alcoholic? What Is a High-Functioning

If you’ve ever drank alcohol or watched someone you know indulge, it’s pretty clear that it can significantly affect the brain. After even just a few drinks, it’s possible for people to have difficulty walking, slurred speech, slow reaction times and blurred vision. Side effects like these often correct themselves once drinking stops. But what happens to your body (and your brain) when you drink heavily over a long period of time? When does drinking

Heroin is a highly-addictive drug. People who regularly use heroin can quickly develop a tolerance and this puts them at increased risk for an overdose. They’re also likely to experience a variety of long-term side effects. These include: Liver disease Lung-related complications Collapsed veins Infection of heart lining Infection of heart valves But how does heroin affect the brain specifically? Let’s take a look. Wondering if someone you love is using heroin? Know what signs

Watching someone you love struggle with heroin addiction can be incredibly painful. It’s important to remember that addiction is a powerful disease. And that the only way to help your loved one overcome their addiction is to get them the help they need. Don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. Choosing the right heroin rehab center is the first step. Cycles of Change Recovery Services is California’s premier heroin rehab treatment center. Located in

As we’ve mentioned in previous blogs, people tend to consider painkillers inherently “safe” drugs because when used properly, they’re legal. But even when taken exactly as prescribed, it’s easy to become dependent on opioids. If you find yourself physically dependent on pain pills even though you’ve followed your doctor’s orders and done everything right, you might be able to stop taking pain pills on your own. To learn more about how painkiller use can affect