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What to Know About Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)

Alcohol Addiction

What to Know About Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)

Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) can happen to anyone transitioning into recovery. One of the most dangerous things about this syndrome is that individuals affected by it have an inclination to relapse. This is because a fair amount of symptoms tend to be difficult for people to overcome, especially in high-stress situations. And people in high-stress situations generally fall back to previously reliable coping mechanisms like substance use. But what exactly is PAWS and what are these relapse-inducing symptoms? Let’s explore the term.

October 25, 2022

What Are Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants?

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What Are Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants?

Central Nervous System Depressants encompass a wide variety of medications from simple sleep aids and anxiety medications to cancer treatments. You may even be surprised by how familiar you are with some of the listed medications, despite being less than familiar with the term CNS Depressants. It’s important to understand how these drugs affect the body and the dangers of prolonged use and abuse. So let’s discuss some definitions, name-brand examples, and warning signs of dependency/addiction.

October 11, 2022

The Timeline of Withdrawal for the Top 5 Most Addictive Substances

Alcohol Addiction

The Timeline of Withdrawal for the Top 5 Most Addictive Substances

Withdrawal varies from substance to substance and even from person to person. An individual may face severe symptoms if they have been abusing alcohol for most of their life. Or a person facing the beginnings of addiction with their opioid prescription may experience very mild withdrawal symptoms. That being said, there is no universal withdrawal timeline, so we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 most addictive substances to explore their individual withdrawal timelines and symptoms.

October 7, 2022

Can You Die From Withdrawal Symptoms - Briarwood Detox Programs

Alcohol Addiction

Can You Die From Withdrawal Symptoms?

Withdrawals are a difficult but necessary step in any recovery journey. Symptoms can be scary and traumatic, leaving many to wonder if halting their substance use can lead to death. That’s why it’s important to learn how to categorize the different types of withdrawals and identify the dangers.

August 23, 2022

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Alcohol Detox Austin Texas: What To Expect From The Treatment?

Alcoholism is an overlooked health problem that actively impacts all aspects of a person’s life. The long-term use of alcohol compromises physical health, mental health,

May 24, 2022

Alcohol Addiction

Drug Use in Teenagers

Drug use is rampant today, with over 20 million Americans suffering from a Substance Abuse Disorder. This degenerative disease prevents users from modulating their intake of the drug, despite the overwhelming disadvantages it may pose to their health and social lives. Long-term drug use is tied to changes in our brain’s reward pathways and its response to dopamine, leading to users having difficulty with their decision-making faculties and their ability to control their inhibitions.

May 16, 2022

Drug Addiction

What Are the Long-Term Effects of Adderall?

Table of contentsWhat Is Adderall?What Are the Short-Term Effects of Adderall?What Are the Long-Term Effects of Adderall?Are There Any Permanent Effects of Adderall?Additional Consequences of

January 12, 2021

Drug Addiction

Xanax Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, and Treatment

Xanax is one of the most frequently prescribed medications in the U.S. However, just because it’s prescribed by doctors doesn’t mean it’s safe for recreational

January 12, 2021

Drug Addiction

Xanax vs. Prozac: What’s the Difference?

Xanax and Prozac are both commonly prescribed for panic disorder. These two drugs are similar in many ways but they also have a few major

February 28, 2020

Drug Addiction

Xanax vs. Zoloft: What’s the Difference?

Xanax and Zoloft are two commonly prescribed medications for anxiety disorder and panic attacks. Although similar, there are several differences between these two drugs. In

February 3, 2020

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