COVID-19 and Addiction: Potential Higher Risks
As if the Coronavirus isn't already worrisome enough, researchers suggest a higher vulnerability for drug users. Those who struggle with addiction may be at higher risk for complications and death upon contracting the virus. COVID-19 and addiction…
Adapting Your Recovery During Coronavirus Quarantine
Another aspect of the coronavirus outbreak is an indefinite period of self-quarantine. The Arizona government has enacted a stay-at-home order and advised all non-essential personnel to stay home and work remotely if possible. You shouldn’t…
Arizona Stay-at-home Order and Addiction Treatment
Governor Ducey issued a stay-at-home order for the state of Arizona. Ducey made this decision based on clear empirical evidence that social distancing is the most effective way to combat the spread of COVID-19.
But what does that mean for those…
Coronavirus Impact on Addiction
COVID-19 otherwise known as the Coronavirus began its spread at a seafood market in Wuhan, China. It has now arrived to spread in the United States, with the CDC reporting 4,226 confirmed positive patients in the country. The death…
Complications of Meth and Heroin Use in Treatment
Almost 22 people out of every 100,000 died of a drug overdose in 2017, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s 22 too many, especially considering that addiction is a manageable disease. However, a University…
Construction Workers and Substance Abuse
Construction workers are an integral part of our infrastructure. In fact, without their skills and hard work, countless buildings in towns and cities across the country wouldn’t exist. They make up one of the largest employment sectors in…
This Grieving Family of an Addict Has a Message
Steffen lived through some tragic adversities as a child growing up. Although his family loved him, he felt alone in dealing with his pain. The hardship of his mental illness, bipolar disorder was also difficult to carry. He became…
It’s Never Too Late to Get Help
Are you addicted to drugs and alcohol? Do you think it’s too late to ask for help? If drugs and alcohol are taking over your life, it’s never too late to get sober. Whether it’s been a year or more living with addiction, you can still…
