One of the most dangerous consequences of heroin is the possibility of an overdose. Taking too much heroin can lead to an accelerated heart rate and rapid breathing. Most people die without receiving timely medical care. It can be hard to tell if someone’s experiencing a high or suffering from a heroin overdose. Recognizing the signs…
Synthetic marijuana first appeared in the 1980s, a byproduct of researchers searching for new ways of treating diseases like multiple sclerosis and HIV. The year 2008 marked the first appearance of the drugs on the market for recreational use in Germany. Synthetic marijuana quickly spread to other markets around the world, eventually becoming a concern for countries…
Methamphetamine, commonly known as crystal meth, is a synthetic stimulant popular among drug users. While the ingredients for making meth are simple and you can find them at your typical drug store, it’s just as dangerous as other illicit substances. Meth typically looks like blue and white-tinged rocks or glass. It is a highly addictive…
People often turn to drugs to escape from what’s going on in their life. There is one class of drugs that affects how people perceive reality. They’re often referred to as psychedelic drugs for this reason. The combination of hallucinogens and the brain can make people feel like they are not in their bodies. That can put…
When most people think of abusing substances, they don’t think of things like cough syrup. But, unfortunately, cough syrup abuse is an actual problem. Many people drink it because it often has alcohol in it, and over time they can get addicted to it. Since there’s not much alcohol in cough syrup, they have to…
If you’ve used cocaine in the past, you may know that it can have adverse effects on your health. Even if the problems don’t show up right away, they could appear years later due to the damage from cocaine addiction. That’s why it’s essential to break free from your addiction and live a clean and…
There are many different types of drugs on the market today, both legal and illegal. One of the newer ones is synthetic marijuana, which puts some people at serious risk of harm. You don’t always know what you’re getting, and that can lead to significant side effects. At Bayview Recovery, we want to help you…
There are many things you can do to observe National Recovery Month, but the very best way to acknowledge it would be to get clean and sober. Living a life of addiction is a struggle, and you don’t have to continue to live that way. At Bayview Recovery, we can help you find the path…
What is polysubstance abuse? Bayview Recovery in Tacoma, WA, welcomes clients struggling to overcome multiple substance abuse disorders. If you use more than one illicit drug or combine drugs with alcohol consumption, you need an addiction treatment center that treats your dependencies simultaneously. With polysubstance addiction treatment, you can fully recover from addiction and give…
As you think about your past, do you worry? Do you have memories that bring back horror, fear, and panic? You may be using drugs and alcohol to mask some of that pain. When you are dealing with childhood trauma and addiction, it is time to seek out real help. It is possible to get through…