Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery Blog
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Methamphetamine, more commonly known as meth, is one of the most addictive substances available today. While it can have legitimate medical uses, specifically to treat ADHD and obesity, it is more commonly used and abused as a street drug due to its capacity for intense highs.
How Long Does it Take to Get Over a Caffeine Addiction?
Caffeine is frequently the sidekick that gets you through early mornings, late-night study sessions, and everything in-between.
The Danger of Combined Drug Intoxication
Whether it’s drinking alcohol while taking prescription medications, or taking two different types of drugs to counter or intensify each other, polydrug use is a serious issue. It is also a dangerous one, with combined drug intoxication (or CDI) being one of the leading causes of overdose deaths.
How Do I Know If I Have Childhood Trauma?
Childhood trauma can influence your life in profound ways and often goes unrecognized. Understanding if you have experienced childhood trauma is the first step towards healing.
How ADHD May Affect Men’s Relationships
How does having ADHD affect personal relationships? There are many possibilities, and it’s important to know them. ADHD can affect a man’s relationships by causing problems in many different areas. Mental illness (or the lack of management of one) can present very unique obstacles for a couple in a relationship.
Histrionic Personality Disorder in Men
Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is a mental health condition that often doesn’t get the same attention as other types of mental health conditions or dual diagnosis disorders. In fact, it is one of the more overlooked and misunderstood disorders, particularly in men.
Understanding Delirium Tremens: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Delirium tremens, often referred to as DTs, represents one of the most severe forms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome, posing significant risks to individuals battling alcohol addiction. As alcohol addiction continues to be a prevalent challenge in the United States (affecting millions and contributing to approximately 95,000 deaths annually) raising awareness about the complexities of DTs [...]
How To Help Someone Going Through Withdrawal
Withdrawal is a difficult experience, both physically and psychologically. People often feel helpless when they watch a person suffer through it. If a loved one who has decided to stop using drugs or alcohol is going through withdrawal, it helps to understand what they are experiencing. At Eagle Creek Ranch Recovery in Nampa, Idaho, we [...]
The Timeline of Alcohol Withdrawal
Alcohol is an easily available substance that is recreationally used across the world. People include it as part of daily meals, nights out, and celebrations. But excessive alcohol intake can lead to alcohol dependence. Most people do not realize that this widely-consumed substance can cause seriously uncomfortable symptoms that make it difficult to quit. Most [...]
How to Help a Friend With Alcohol Addiction
Dealing with a friend’s alcohol addiction is a challenging and emotional experience. It’s not just about helping them overcome their dependency; it’s also about understanding the nuances of addiction and providing unwavering support throughout their recovery journey.
