Prescription medication is supposed to help get you well when your mind or body isn’t behaving. That is what we are taught. That is when they are taken as directed by the prescribing doctor. This is true for most medications. However, there are some that doctors prescribe that can be dangerous and even lead to…
COVID-19 is here. Anyone with a compromised immune system is at a higher risk of developing complications from the disease. There’s a lot of concern for elderly individuals who often have weaker immune systems and co-occurring medical conditions. However, those who use drugs or alcohol may have a compromised immune system as well. At Rockland…
The idea that someone you know and care about might be battling a drug or alcohol addiction can be frightening, and most of us don’t even want to admit that this could happen. However, substance use disorders are more common than most people think, with hundreds of thousands of people in the state of Massachusetts…
If you have a substance abuse disorder, it is much more of a problem when you fail to recognize why you need rehab. However, for many people, drug addiction treatment can be very beneficial in the recovery process. Finding a reputable drug rehab facility to help with your recovery is equally important if you want…
Your liver works hard to ensure your body is in great shape. This vital organ filters your blood, detoxifying substances you’ve ingested. However, when individuals abuse drugs and alcohol, the liver can become overwhelmed and suffer damage. If you believe you are suffering from liver damage in MA, then reach out to Rockland Recovery Center to…
Mixing substances, such as alcohol, illicit drugs, and prescription drugs, is very risky. While some people do so to experience a combination of sensations, doing so can cause severe damage to the body. Some people do this because they want to achieve a high that they cannot get from using one substance alone. Other times,…
One of the most difficult parts of recovering from an addiction is the triggering events that can cause you to struggle. Fortunately, you can learn to see the link between triggers and addiction recovery. With practice, you can break that link, so you can keep getting better even when a triggering event takes place. Then…
Once you’ve moved into recovery, the goal is to stay there and enjoy the clean and sober future that’s available to you. That’s easier for some people than others, and some situations can increase the risk of a relapse. That’s why it’s so important to know some tips for relapse prevention, so you can reduce…