Do Addiction Recovery Programs Work?Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, Drug Detox, Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneSeptember 29, 2020Recovery is possible. Addiction recovery programs work. The recovery process can be a long one with many ups and downs, but it is absolutely possible for anyone seeking help. If you or your loved one are feeling apprehensive about the process or have been quick to assume that treatment or recovery does not work, there…
Depression and Drug Abuse: How They Are LinkedDrug Addiction, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Substance AbuseBy Lucida TreatmentJuly 25, 2020There is a connection between depression and drug abuse that cannot be ignored. Research shows 43 percent of people who have a substance use disorder also have been diagnosed with mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression, or have symptoms of them, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Recognizing this risk, it…
Understanding Statistics on Substance AbuseAlcohol Addiction, Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentApril 30, 2020It is important to take note of the statistics that are available on substance abuse. At Lucida Treatment Center, you can get the support you need to understand substance abuse statistics and also get the help you need to conquer your addiction. We want to be a part of your journey to recovery, and to…
Do I Need THC Addiction Treatment? Getting AnswersDrug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentApril 21, 2020If you are unsure about whether you need treatment for a substance abuse problem, contact Lucida Treatment Center. We can help answer your questions about addiction and help you understand if you need THC addiction treatment. Recreational or even medicinal use of marijuana can become an addiction over time. If this has happened to you,…
What is THC, and is It Dangerous?Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentApril 20, 2020You might have heard about a lot of different kinds of drugs, and in the middle of that information, you may have heard about THC. So, what is THC, and why does it matter? You want to make sure you know the facts, so you can make wise decisions. THC is the active ingredient in…
What is the Opiate Overdose Timeline?Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentApril 18, 2020At Lucida Treatment Center, we know that the opiate overdose timeline is very important. People who take opiates for pain can become addicted, and this causes them to use more of the drug than they were prescribed by a doctor. Their bodies build up a tolerance, and they eventually need higher and more frequent doses…
Do You Know How To Stop Drug Abuse?Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentApril 17, 2020There are many important questions that you should ask yourself in life, and how to stop drug abuse is one of them. Unfortunately, there are no easy answers to that question. Education can help, because people who learn more about the dangers of drugs are less likely to use them. This is especially true of…
Does Meth Use Lead To Dental Issues?Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 21, 2020What exactly does methamphetamine do to your teeth? The meth effects on teeth are many. Some you can see and some you cannot see. If you or a loved one is using the drug, it is likely you will see the meth effects on their teeth at some point. It is very disheartening to see…
Putting The Brakes On The Opioid EpidemicAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 15, 2020For every American, understanding the opioid epidemic before you take an opioid is critical. Read this brief endeavor to help in your understanding of the opioid epidemic. Is there difficulty understanding the opioid epidemic? No, it just takes a little time to learn more about what you’ve heard about and maybe experiencing in your own life. The…
Crack Vs Cocaine: An InvestigationAddiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Drug AddictionBy Lucida TreatmentMarch 7, 2020Crack is made from cocaine so, essentially they are the same thing. However, examining crack vs cocaine is important due to the critical differences. Those differences are derived from how the individual using the substance is affected. Lucida Treatment Center is aware of the differences between crack and cocaine. They differ in price and concentration.…
