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An intervention is a structured process that can help someone struggling with addiction to seek help. It is typically organized by family or friends of the addicted individual, though sometimes professional interventionists are called on for extra support. The intention of an intervention is to start an honest conversation about the person's addiction and its consequences, in order to encourage them to get treatment. 

Cocaine is an extremely powerful, highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It is commonly snorted, injected or smoked in its powder form; crystal cocaine, also known as crack cocaine, is created by processing powder cocaine with baking soda and water to create a solid form. Cocaine use can cause serious physical and mental health issues, including but not limited to organ damage, depression, paranoia, and hallucinations. It produces an intense high, followed by a crash that can cause users to feel dysphoria and depression. Cocaine use can also lead to increased risk of stroke, heart attack and overdose.

Boredom is an emotion that can lead to a variety of responses, both positive and negative. One of the most common and potentially detrimental responses to boredom is addiction. When people become bored with their current environment or activities, they may turn to addictive behaviors as a way of distracting themselves from the boredom. These behaviors might include substance abuse, gambling, or any other form of escapism. Unfortunately, these behaviors often lead to further distress and even more serious addictions that are harder to break.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is similar to morphine but is 50-100 times more potent. Because of its high potency, even small amounts can cause serious harm. Fentanyl may be mixed with heroin and other drugs, often without the user's knowledge. This makes it extremely dangerous as users do not know the potency of the drug they are using and do not have the proper tools to protect themselves from overdosing.

Heroin is one of the most addictive substances in the world. It is a very powerful opiate drug, derived from morphine and made from poppies.

When you care about someone who is struggling with addiction, it can be difficult to know how to help. You may feel like you are enabling their addiction by continuing to support them, but at the same time, you don't want to see them suffer. It's a delicate balance, but ultimately, if you feel like your friend's addiction is out of control, it may be time to consider getting them into a great addiction facility.

It was the famed British psychoanalyst and pediatrician, Donald Winnicott MD who coined the term "false self" - a universal phenomenon that we all suffer from in a matter of degrees. To function in society we may have to say "please" when we are not pleased and "thank you" when we are not feeling any gratitude. This need to comply with social norms can go way beyond such niceties and can for instance suppress such basic human emotions as anger and sexual desire so that such expressions coming from the "true"self are unable to be processed, digested and made peace with.

The holiday season can be warm and joyful, it can also be challenging and stressful. If there is any anxiety around holiday events for you or your loved one, here are 12 tips to stay sober and enjoy your season! 

We all know that alcoholism and addiction are serious diseases, affecting many people without discrimination, but the conditions that go along with these diseases are just as serious. 

“Staying clean” also known as not drinking or using, is easier while being cared for in a Residential Treatment Center. Although residential treatment teaches individuals the tools they need to succeed, it is said that the ‘real work begins’ once a client leaves rehab.