Fentanyl abuse

Dangers of Fentanyl Abuse

Addiction Education, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Opioid / Opiates, Opioid / OpiatesBy Coalition Recovery

The U.S. is currently in the middle of an opioid epidemic, and this class of drugs includes both prescription pain medications and illegal substances like heroin. However, there’s one type of opioid that’s both — pharmaceutical fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s typically prescribed for extreme pain from cancer, as it’s up to 100 times…

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A depiction of commonly abused opioids

Commonly Abused Opioids

Addiction Education, Addiction Treatment, Addiction Treatment Programs, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Opioid / Opiates, Opioid / OpiatesBy Coalition Recovery

Opioids have high addiction potential, and long-term opioid abuse can be incredibly disruptive, dangerous, and even life-threatening. Whether the problem is prescription opioids or illicit ones, the ideal path forward should lead to getting professional help. A treatment program consisting of evidence-based and holistic forms of therapeutic care can increase the chances of successful addiction…

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Vyvanse vs. Adderall

The Difference Between Vyvanse Vs. Adderall

Addiction Education, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Prescription Drugs, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Stimulants, StimulantsBy Coalition Recovery

Have you heard of “study drugs” that students use to enhance their alertness and focus while doing schoolwork? Adderall and Vyvanse are common study drugs, which results in many young adults suffering addiction issues. To combat the problem, many addiction treatment facilities offer Adderall and Vyvance rehab programs. Drugs like Adderall and Vyvanse are typically…

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Difference between ativan and valium

What’s the Difference Between Ativan and Valium?

Addiction Education, Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>BenzodiazepinesBy Coalition Recovery

Ativan and Valium are two of America’s most commonly prescribed medications. Both medications belong to the benzodiazepine, or benzo, family of substances. Any benzo can cause problems that require treatment in a drug rehab program. However, medications in this family also vary in a range of significant ways. This is the case with Ativan and…

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Difference between ativan and xanax

Differences Between Ativan and Xanax

Addiction Education, Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Commonly Abused DrugsBy Coalition Recovery

Ativan and Xanax are two of America’s most widely prescribed medications. They both belong to the same class of substances: benzodiazepines or benzos. In addition, they are similar in their uses and effects. Crucially, abuse of both medications can trigger addiction and the need for drug rehab programs. Still, there are some differences between Ativan…

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online opioid treatment

Is Online Opioid Treatment Effective?

Addiction Education, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Opioid / OpiatesBy Coalition Recovery

In recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the usefulness of telehealth as a format for addiction treatment. In a telehealth rehab program, you go through treatment online instead of in person. This approach takes advantage of the benefits of today’s remote communications technologies. Can online treatment play a significant part in effective opioid rehab?…

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