21Feb
06Feb
Can You Overdose on Meth?
Meth Overdose: Warning Signs and Recovery Methods
Exactly what is Crystal Meth, and why is it such a powerful drug, quietly wreaking so much havoc in the shadow of the opioid epidemic? Crystal meth is a neurotoxin that stays in the brain longer and causes severe harm, despite its similarities to meth,...
18Jan
AA Meetings: Santa Fe
AA Meetings and Addiction Treatment in Santa Fe, NM
Drinking alcohol is often a pleasant way to relax and socialize for many people. However, excessive alcohol consumption is detrimental to your health and can negatively affect your loved ones. If you suffer from a substance use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use...
29Dec
Why is Heroin so Addictive?
Exploring the Roots of Heroin Addiction
Heroin addiction is an intense form of drug abuse. It's difficult to overcome drug addiction, but a drug like heroin requires a unique struggle. Opiate addiction is physical and mental. It's all-consuming. If you don't have the drug for an extended period of time, the...
21Dec
Fentapills
The Risks of Fake Prescription Pills
An overdose from fentapills is extremely likely no matter what your addiction or how high your tolerance is. I had been using heroin for several years before I entered treatment at Icarus Behavioral Health and had already overdosed once because of fentapills. The rise of fentanyl...
07Dec
Meth Face
What is Meth Face and How Can You Prevent It?
Maybe you suspect that a friend or loved one is dabbling in meth, but you aren't 100 percent sure. Perhaps you have found yourself struggling with addiction to this drug and now see a common side effect: meth face. But what...
14Nov
Why Does My Face Get Red When I Drink?
A Telltale Sign of Drinking and How to Prevent It
Many people experience facial flushing when they consume a drink or two. The more alcohol you consume, the more likely you are to notice rosy cheeks in the mirror. There is actually a scientific basis for this common condition, and it...
27Oct
How Long Does Crack Stay in Your System?
Wondering About Crack for a Drug Test?
Have you indulged in a bit of crack smoking recently? Are you worried about dirty urine for your PO, or that job interview you have lined up? Crack cocaine can be a dangerous drug, but you can come back from the edge of addiction. Keep...
08Oct
PPO Insurance Rehab
Policies Widely Accepted in Addiction Treatment
When you have the goal of entering substance abuse treatment, understanding your insurance coverage is one of the essential dynamics. You need to know your deductibles, copays, what’s covered, what’s not, and how long you’ll receive coverage, with a PPO insurance rehab plan or any...
29Sep
