Category Drug Treatment

When you are struggling with depression or anxiety, Lexapro can really feel like the thread holding everything together. But here is the hard truth no one talks about enough – that same lifeline can become dangerous when the dose goes…

Addiction does not just hurt the body. It breaks the spirit, too. It leaves people feeling lost and stuck in a cycle they cannot break alone. That is where the 12-step program steps in. It offers a lifeline and gives…

Nobody really talks enough about what it feels like facing suboxone withdrawal symptoms. It is rough. Some days are okay. Some days hit harder than you think they will. Quitting suboxone is a big step. It takes a lot out…

Addiction does not happen in one day. It builds slowly. It changes how people think, feel, and act. That is why knowing the stages of addiction treatment matters so much. It helps people understand what is really going on inside.…

What Is Marijuana, and How Does It Affect the Brain? Marijuana, often referred to as Cannabis Sativa, is the leading type of herb, and it serves as a leading psychotropic substance. The main ingredient of cannabis is a compound called…

Methamphetamine addiction can drastically alter one’s life, but recovery is attainable with the proper treatment and support.  This guide takes you through every aspect of recovery from meth addiction, such as the complexities involved in crystal meth withdrawal, existing methamphetamine…

  Cocaine is a complex and devastating addiction that impacts millions of people around the world. It is an incredibly addictive stimulant that radically shifts the brain’s reward pathways and becomes very hard to fix without professional help.  Chronic usage…

Opioid addiction is an epidemic that has reached millions of lives across the United States and worldwide. Misusing opioids, either in the form of prescription painkillers (e.g., oxycodone and hydrocodone) or illegal drugs (e.g., heroin and fentanyl), can cause significant…

Touchstone Recovery Center recently had the honor of featuring Jim Horton from the Zachary Horton Foundation on our podcast, Into Action. In this heartfelt conversation, Jim opened up about the deeply personal experiences that have shaped the mission of his…