Categories
Sober living

6 steps to quit drinking on your own

It serves as a healthy coping mechanism and a positive outlet for emotions during the recovery process 6. By understanding the nature of addiction and the importance of personalized treatment, individuals can take the first steps toward recovery. Individuals seeking treatment for addiction should consider consulting with a healthcare professional, such as a physician, counselor, […]

Categories
Sober living

How opioid use disorder occurs

Similarly, discontinuation of a CYP3A4 inducer, such as rifampin, carbamazepine, and phenytoin, in OXYCONTIN-treated patients may increase oxycodone plasma concentrations and prolong opioid adverse reactions. Discuss the availability of naloxone for the emergency treatment of opioid overdose with the patient and caregiver and assess the potential need for access to naloxone, both when initiating and […]

Categories
Sober living

Interventions for Adolescent Substance Abuse: An Overview of Systematic Reviews

However, the focus of this overview is to evaluate potential interventions and delivery platforms targeting adolescent age group only and impact quality of life thereon 25. We focused on risk factors including risky sexual behaviors, unintended pregnancies, violence, risky driving (including speeding and drunk driving), undernutrition, obesity, infections, and mental health risks. Then we identified […]