Chances are if you are reading this, you or a loved one has a problem with drug addiction. You may have heard some talk about glass. Glass is a popular party drug that is highly addictive and deadly. Just what is glass, and how can it affect my loved one? Bayview Recovery in Tacoma, WA,…
Alcohol use disorder is a disease that affects both genders. Although alcohol addiction tends to affect men more than women, it is women who are more likely to seek help. Men tend to downplay their own symptoms in order to avoid treatment or therapy. Familiarize yourself with the signs of alcoholism in men, so you…
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a type of addiction and mental health treatment that combines the use of prescription medications and therapy. The drugs used in MAT help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Some people have concerns over whether medication-assisted treatment is safe and effective. If you are thinking about trying medication-assisted treatment in Washington, keep…
PCP and LSD are two well-established illicit drugs that are nonetheless overlooked in today’s climate of methamphetamine and opioids. That in no way diminishes the harmful and addictive nature of these substances, but many people are unclear on the differences. Regardless of what substance you or a loved one are struggling with, Bayview Recovery’s substance…
When was the first speedball used, and what is a speedball? It is a combination of heroin and cocaine. Physicians combined cocaine, heroin, alcohol, and chloroform in the 19th century to relieve extreme pain. In essence, the definition of “speedball” is just a cocktail of dangerous ingredients. Speedball drugs are scary enough on their own,…
In recent years, the synthetic drug Flakka has become an increasingly popular choice among recreational drug users. As some folks describe, the drug is similar to a combination of heroin and methamphetamine. While that might be a bit of a stretch, the drug does have similar characteristics to bath salts. Of course, you can imagine…
Addiction is a complex disease that requires a multifaceted treatment program. For the most successful recovery, you need support from your family, friends, and loved ones to help you through the process of healing. You also need support from an appropriate addiction treatment program. For some people, accessing quality addiction treatment can be a challenge.…
Everyone has their own unique addiction story. However, getting the best heroin addiction treatment is the ideal path for anyone to get sober and regain control over their life. The short-term effects of heroin use may be manageable for you, but if not treated, addiction, overdose, and death could be in the near future. Therefore,…
Partial hospitalization programs are one treatment option for people struggling with mental health and addiction issues. These programs are often used as a step down from inpatient treatment but can also be used as a standalone program to help you get back on your feet. If you are considering treatment at a Tacoma, Washington, partial…
People recovering from drug or alcohol addiction can benefit from various outpatient treatment options. These include partial hospitalization programs (PHP), which are often used as a bridge between inpatient care and less intensive outpatient treatment. If you’re ready to consider a partial hospitalization program in Tacoma, Washington, preparing for PHP should be your next step.…