What’s Another Name for Klonopin? Addiction Education, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>BenzodiazepinesBy Coalition RecoveryJune 13, 2022 Klonopin is a medication classified as a benzodiazepine or benzo. In certain circumstances, you may receive the medication under another name. Among all benzos, Klonopin ranks near the top for potency. It also stays in your system for a relatively long time. Together, these properties make Klonopin suitable for certain kinds of therapeutic use. However,… Read more
What’s the Difference Between Ativan and Valium? Addiction Education, Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>BenzodiazepinesBy Coalition RecoveryJune 8, 2022 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… Read more
Drug Withdrawals Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Commonly Abused Drugs, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Opioid / Opiates, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Prescription Drugs, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>StimulantsBy Coalition RecoveryMarch 1, 2022 Withdrawing from drugs can be extremely uncomfortable and sometimes life-threatening. Learn more about drug withdrawal symptoms and timelines and how to manage them effectively Read more
Military Alcohol Rehab Center Programs Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, RecoveryBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 17, 2021 Veterans and active military personnel are at a higher risk of substance abuse. The violence on the battlefield leaves behind lasting scars in the form of physical injury, PTSD, constant stress, other co-occurring disorders and may even estrange the individual from society. As a result, military members may develop an addiction to alcohol or drugs… Read more
3 Biggest Dangers of Alcohol Addiction Alcohol, Alcohol Recovery, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>BenzodiazepinesBy Coalition RecoveryAugust 15, 2021 The dangers of alcohol addiction are many. Like smoking, regular consumption of alcohol has far-reaching consequences on one’s physical and mental health but their effects may be palpably felt too late in life. Moreover, drinking at social gatherings is so normalized in our culture that some may not even be aware of their alcohol dependence,… Read more
Xanax Addiction Guide Addiction Treatment, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Commonly Abused DrugsBy Coalition RecoveryNovember 30, 2020 Xanax is a drug prescribed typically for anxiety, panic disorders, and insomnia. However, Xanax (alprazolam) is very addictive and highly susceptible for abuse. Understand the health effects of this abuse and what you can do if you are dependent, abusing, or addicted to Xanax. Read more
Xanax Withdrawal & Detox Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, Substance Abuse TreatmentBy Coalition RecoveryNovember 17, 2020 After only a few weeks of using Xanax, tho body will develop a dependence towards the drug. When a person tries to quit use of Xanax, they will experience withdrawal symptoms like shakiness, sweating, and depending on the length of use severe symptoms like seizure and stroke. It is always recommended to seek medical assistance before quitting Xanax use. Read more
How Effective is Medication Assisted Treatment? Addiction Education>Medically Assisted Treatment, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Alcohol, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Benzodiazepines, Drug & Alcohol Addiction>Opioid / Opiates, Mental HealthBy Coalition RecoveryJanuary 23, 2020 Medication Assisted Treatment or Medication Assisted Therapy is the use of medications alongside psychotherapies like CBT. MAT is an evidence-based therapy meaning it has been researched and been shown to be effective for the treatment of substance abuse treatment; but how effective is it? Read more