Detox is a treatment designed to rid the body of poisonous substances, especially alcohol and drugs. Detox is the necessary first step in a plan of recovery and the process will differ depending on the individual and the substance they are addicted to.
The detox blogs for Northbound Treatment will be general treatment blogs and will be geared towards answering any questions regarding different types of treatment and therapies that are offered at Northbound. We strive to provide relevant resources for individuals that may be struggling with substance abuse or mental illness. We also provide materials for the people that have loved ones that are suffering. Addiction affects more than just the individual suffering from the disease of addiction. We strive to offer support to all people affected.
The Northbound Treatment blogs will often contain a blend of many different viewpoints. Therefore, it is not recommended to be used as professional medical advice. If you believe that you or someone you love is suffering from substance abuse or mental illness, you should speak with your doctor. However, if you do not have a doctor, we can help offer you recommendations based on your own personal situation. Please give us a call at (866) 511-2458 to discuss your options.
According to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 90 Americans die each day from an overdose of opioid drugs. In addition to being addictive, these drugs are also notoriously difficult to detox from, especially when users are trying to go “cold turkey” and quit the drugs on their own. The physical […]
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No matter what type of drug a person is addicted to – alcohol, cocaine, heroin, meth, prescription drugs – the first step in recovery is to remove these substances from the body. You cannot fully engage in a treatment program and make the most of it while still under the influence of drugs. Drugs and
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The opioid epidemic is sweeping the nation and has recently become even more dangerous. While prescription opioids and heroin are still a major concern, another drug has made its way onto the scene: fentanyl. Fentanyl is by no means a new drug and has been used since the 1960s in hospitals, but it is now
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The phrase “opioid epidemic” is one that has been popping up more frequently across the news over the past few years as efforts increase to prevent drug abuse and treat those with substance use disorders. Many people are aware of prescription opioid drug abuse problems, but may not realize that heroin is an opioid as
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