- by Sandy Baker
Fentanyl is one of the most devastating drugs. Though it is an approved prescription-strength painkiller, it is highly regulated because it has a high risk of causing addiction and dependency.It...
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- by Sandy Baker
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are a type of medication used to treat anxiety and other mental health conditions. They work to slow the function of the central nervous system. Used too...
- by Sandy Baker
Drug addiction, more appropriately called substance use disorder (SUD), is a condition impacting the function of the brain. It leads to an inability to control the use of a substance,...
- by Sandy Baker
Alcohol addiction is a chronic condition, one that infiltrates your life and remains there, pushing its way into your thoughts often. A person with alcohol use disorder (AUD) can obtain...
- by Sandy Baker
Dual diagnosis refers to a person facing a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder (SUD). It is not uncommon for those battling addiction to have an undiagnosed mental...
- by Sandy Baker
There are many signs of addiction. Most often, we think about these as physical indications. A person is using more of a substance than ever and going through withdrawal when...
- by Sandy Baker
Many steps exist in building substance use disorder (SUD) recovery success. You need the right team of professionals to help you. You need a healthy diet and support for mental...
- by Sandy Baker
At Iron Bridge Recovery Center, we believe in providing each person with an individualized treatment process. Self-direction in addiction treatment simply means that we give you the tools and resources...
- by Sandy Baker
Getting help for drug or alcohol addiction in Virginia may seem complex. It does not have to be. When you decide it’s time to seek treatment, contact our team. Our...
- by Sandy Baker
Addiction is a treatable condition, but there is no way to cure it. If you are a family member watching a loved one struggle or you are battling addiction personally,...
