Both doctors and healthcare advocates agree that the opioid crisis in the United States has become an epidemic. Read more

The decision to detox is one that takes tremendous commitment and courage. When a detox program ends however, the work, and the commitment, does not. Read more

Between Hollywood’s graphic portrayals and the knowledge that your body will be reacting to life without drugs—causing withdrawal symptoms, cravings and emotions you can’t or don’t want to deal with—the idea of going into a detoxification program can be frightening. Read more

Any change to the way we live can feel intimidating, even when we know that we are taking important steps to improve our lives. Read more

Prescription opioid withdrawal can occur in two stages affecting the individual both mentally and physically. Read more

Did you know that 9% of the United States population is believed to have misused opiates within the course of their lifetime? Read more