American Addiction Centers Blog

A restaurant in Tampa, Florida, is offering a promotion for those who get the COVID vaccine. Present official proof you received the COVID-19 vaccine and enjoy a free serving of the establishment’s new Black n’ Blue Burger. It’s “dine-on-us” for getting jabbed and for looking and booking to make this shot in the arm a […]

Just like COVID itself has been polarized, so too are the vaccines to prevent the spread of the dangerous airborne virus. But are those who struggle with drug abuse and/or who are faced with comorbidities like mental health issues able to receive one of the COVID vaccines? Several studies have shown that individuals with a […]

When it came to booze, Americans were fortunate that supply could keep up with an unrelenting demand when lockdowns were imposed. Which is surprising as a significant amount of those surveyed believe that a having a bottle or two in their shopping basket would take precedent over toilet roll. When they were set a hypothetical […]

The story of ketamine starts almost 60 years ago. That’s when an American research scientist, intent on coming up with a new anesthetic with pain relieving properties, formulated it. The year was 1962; the place was the Parke Davis Laboratories. Although first patented in Belgium, ketamine for medical use received approval from the U.S. Food […]

For those who’ve completed treatment, the challenge of sober living looms. Should you return home? Is your old house a healthy, sober environment? The lack of a safe, secure environment can derail a person’s sobriety, no matter how motivated they are. Sober living homes and halfway houses are drug- and alcohol-free living environments for people […]

Demi Lovato is one of the many celebrities that struggle with cocaine addiction. Oftentimes, these individuals go to rehab centers for treatment. When these individuals are open about their experiences in addiction treatment centers, they may inspire others who have a dependence on drugs and alcohol to confront their problems and get help. In 2018, […]

Relapse can be part of the process of someone striving for long-term sobriety. Relapse is a return to using a drug that hasn’t been used for a period of time. It’s normal when it happens because sobriety takes practice. It’s also true that those in recovery should avoid relapse triggers, although this may be easier […]

Do you have reason to suspect your partner is abusing drugs? If you’ve never experienced substance abuse firsthand, you might not know what to look for. We’ll go over the telltale signs your partner is abusing drugs below so you can know for sure if they need help. Keep in mind, just having 1 or […]

Over the past year, substance abuse has spiked in the U.S. and globally. This change is due largely to the pandemic and its rippling social and economic effects. While substance abuse rates increased across all demographics, women represented the largest increase. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), heavy drinking episodes among […]

If you’re battling an addiction to heroin, prescription painkillers, alcohol, or some other substance, it’s crucial to seek treatment right away. Neglecting care can lead to more significant problems, such as using harder drugs or having an overdose. Some people don’t seek treatment because they don’t feel they can do it or aren’t ready to […]

Living with an anxiety disorder can be incredibly disruptive and negatively impact your quality of life. Social anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder where an individual will feel anxiety or an intense fear about situations that could involve feeling scrutinized, judged, evaluated, or where they might meet new people. This fear can be so […]

Parents are protective of their children, regardless of how old they are. They want to keep them safe and want what’s best for them. Suspecting that their teens may hide drugs somewhere in the house can be alarming to many parents. It’s not just the secrecy of it all, but the fact that this may […]