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Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery

WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON GATEWAY DRUGS?

The term "gateway drug" refers to a substance that increases the likelihood of a person experimenting with more dangerous or addictive drugs in the future. While not everyone who uses…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Opioid, Starting Recovery

HOW THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC IS IMPACTING RURAL NEW YORK: WHAT CAN BE DONE?

The opioid epidemic has devastated communities across the United States, and rural areas in New York, including the Catskills, are no exception. While much of the focus has been on…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery

IS ADDICTION CONSIDERED A DISABILITY IN SOUTH CAROLINA?

Addiction, encompassing both substance use disorders (SUDs) related to drugs and alcohol, is recognized as a disability under federal laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Opioid, Starting Recovery

THE CORRELATION BETWEEN METHADONE AND DEPRESSION

Methadone is a widely used medication for treating opioid use disorder (OUD), helping individuals manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings. While it is an effective tool in medication-assisted treatment (MAT),…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery

THE DANGERS OF XYLAZINE (“TRANQ”) IN STREET DRUGS: HOW IT CAUSES SEVERE WOUNDS AND HEALTH RISKS

In recent years, a dangerous new trend has emerged in the drug supply—xylazine, also known as "tranq," is being mixed into fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and other illicit substances. Originally a…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery

UNDERSTANDING ADDICTIVE THINKING AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT

Addiction isn’t just a physical dependence on a substance—it’s also a mental battle. Addictive thinking refers to the distorted thought patterns that fuel substance use and make recovery challenging. These…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Alcohol, Starting Recovery

UNDERSTANDING WERNICKE-KORSAKOFF SYNDROME: CAUSES AND EFFECTS

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) is a severe brain disorder often linked to long-term alcohol abuse and thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency. This condition, sometimes referred to as "alcoholic dementia," affects memory, coordination,…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Meth, Starting Recovery

WHY METH CAUSES FACIAL SCABS AND SKIN DAMAGE

Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant that has devastating effects on both the body and mind. One of the most noticeable and alarming physical…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery

UNDERSTANDING OVERDOSE: WHAT IS BLACK BALLOON DAY?

Black Balloon Day is a powerful annual event held on March 6th to honor the lives lost to drug overdoses and raise awareness about the ongoing opioid crisis. This day…

Richard Fernandez In Addiction Treatment, Starting Recovery, Veterans Substance Use

VETERAN SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT IN PA: PREVENTION, CAUSES & RESOURCES FOR SEEKING HELP

Substance abuse among veterans is a growing concern, with many struggling to cope with the unique challenges that come with serving in the military. The transition from active duty to…

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WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON GATEWAY DRUGS?

HOW THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC IS IMPACTING RURAL NEW YORK: WHAT CAN BE DONE?

IS ADDICTION CONSIDERED A DISABILITY IN SOUTH CAROLINA?

THE CORRELATION BETWEEN METHADONE AND DEPRESSION

THE DANGERS OF XYLAZINE (“TRANQ”) IN STREET DRUGS: HOW IT CAUSES SEVERE WOUNDS AND HEALTH RISKS

UNDERSTANDING ADDICTIVE THINKING AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT

UNDERSTANDING WERNICKE-KORSAKOFF SYNDROME: CAUSES AND EFFECTS

WHY METH CAUSES FACIAL SCABS AND SKIN DAMAGE

UNDERSTANDING OVERDOSE: WHAT IS BLACK BALLOON DAY?

VETERAN SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT IN PA: PREVENTION, CAUSES & RESOURCES FOR SEEKING HELP

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