The Dangers of the Benzo Shortage

Benzodiazepine, or benzos, is a sedative type that many people rely on to manage mental health symptoms. It is not entirely healthy or safe for its users as it is also associated with dependence. But, a benzo shortage due to increased demand or disrupted production is still dangerous. An abrupt benzo shortage could leave dependent…

Benefits of Inpatient Detox

Drug detox is an important step in the addiction recovery process. Many people find themselves unable to stop using drugs or alcohol because their bodies and brain have become so used to them. You cannot stop on your own even if you want to. During detox, you can break that dependency and regain some control…

Prioritizing Your Recovery Goals

Prioritizing Your Recovery Goals Starting your healing journey is an important part of the process. Once you are on the path to healing, you can begin thinking about your recovery goals because creating and prioritizing your recovery goals will ensure that your future will go more smoothly. Consequently, you won’t be as overwhelmed by the…

About Perspectives: A Time for Change Virtual Addiction Conference

Hello everybody and welcome to this week’s episode of Perspective Matters: This Week in Behavioral Healthcare. I’m your host Glenn Hadley with Southworth Associates. I just want to take a brief minute to thank our sponsors not only for the show but also for the upcoming event, “Perspectives: A Time For Change.” We’re just really…

Triggers of Substance Use

If you have undergone a successful recovery, avoiding relapse is critical as you do not want to return to the troubled past. As such, you should focus on maintaining sobriety and seeking assistance from the right people to overcome triggers of substance abuse. Emotional, environmental, and social circumstances can remind a former drug user of…