When we think of an addiction or substance use disorder, we often imagine other issues that come along with addiction, such as legal problems, job loss, relationship breakdown, and perhaps mental illness. Another factor that can be linked to addiction is the experience of loneliness. Here, learn about the addiction-loneliness connection, as well as what [...]
If you're looking into addiction treatment programs, you will find that there are a variety of options available. Oftentimes, rehab programs are divided into two categories: inpatient and outpatient programming. You may be wondering about the specifics of these two types of programs. Here, we will describe the difference between inpatient and outpatient care, as [...]
When people think of "rehab" they often imagine packing up and leaving home to stay in a facility for a month or more. While this is one form of addiction treatment, the reality is that there are multiple levels of care available for those seeking drug and alcohol services. The Levels of Care in Addiction [...]
View our latest video to learn how you can tell if an employee or coworker may be living with an addiction. Addiction is a disease that can impact anyone, regardless of their age, race, or socioeconomic status. If you or someone in your workplace is looking for treatment, visit irecoveryusa.com. We offer 100% [...]
In our latest video, we answer the question, "What is the difference between drug-induced psychosis and psychosis from a mental illness?" Visit irecoveryusa.com to receive treatment in a 100% online format using our telehealth platform.
Sometimes, symptoms of addiction and mental illness can look similar. Furthermore, some people may have both an addiction and a mental health condition. In the video below, learn about the difference between symptoms of addiction and symptoms of mental illness. If you or a loved one is seeking treatment, irecoveryusa.com provides 100% remote [...]
If you've spent any time researching addiction and/or mental health treatment, you've probably heard of the term co-occurring disorders. Here, learn the details on what this term means, as well as information on the prevalence of co-occurring disorders. What are co-occurring disorders? The term co-occurring disorders is used to refer to patients who have both [...]
Research clearly indicates the significance of drug cravings. What are drug cravings? Although some who are addicted might disagree, researchers suggest that drug cravings are subjective and are at the core an "experience of wanting to use a drug." Researchers go further, defining a craving as having 3 distinct elements: craving is conscious craving is [...]
Cannabis, or marijuana, is widely-used in the United States. In fact, within a given year, 17.9 percent of the population aged 12 and older uses marijuana. Since it is so widely used, people may think marijuana is entirely harmless, but this is not the case. Below, learn about some of the health problems linked to [...]
Most people know that methamphetamine, or meth, is an addictive and dangerous drug, but not everyone is aware of the numerous health-related consequences associated with this drug. Whether injected or snorted, meth is very damaging for health As the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) explains, meth increases levels of dopamine in the [...]
