What is a 5150 hold?
CALIFORNIA WELFARE AND INSTITUTIONS CODE, SECTION 5150, second paragraph, "... an application in writing stating the circumstances under which the person's condition was called to the attention of the officer, member of the attending staff, or professional person, and stating... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Alcohol and Antidepressants
First of all, you may be at risk of alcohol abuse if you already suffer from depression. Research shows that people with depression are at a greater risk of abusing substances and developing addiction. If you find that you have... Learn MoreHistory of drug abuse: 20s and 30s
The history of drug abuse in the 20s and 30s was characterized mainly by prohibition although cocaine use and heroin use were going on. The 20s and 30s weren’t called roaring for nothing that’s for sure. There were huge parties,... Learn MoreHow a Rehab Romance Can Affect Your Recovery
Rehab romances. They are often talked about, often sought out, laughed about, and more dangerous than most people realize. Rehab romances are the fulfillment many addicts and alcoholics find once they don’t have drugs and alcohol. This kind of fulfillment... Learn MoreFlorida Model Rehabilitation vs. Residential Inpatient
Inpatient Rehab Inpatient Rehab refers to an intensive program that offers therapeutic services for drug abuse and addiction. It The term “rehab” is short for the word rehabilitation and refers to a facility that offers treatment for drug abuse and... Learn MoreSlip vs. Relapse
Depending on who you ask, a “slip” and a “relapse” have several different meanings. Many people who follow a strict program of recovery would say that a slip and a relapse are one in the same. Many addiction professionals, however,... Learn MoreThe 5 Steps of Opiate Detox in Florida
What Are Opiates? Opiates refer to a class of narcotic drugs that are originally derived from the Opium plant but may be synthetic, or man-made. Opiates include Oxycodone, Methadone, Hydrocodone – basically, any of your prescription painkillers. Oh and of... Learn MoreIn the News: South Beach “Party Princess” Expected to Take Plea Deal in Fatal Crash Case
A self-described “party princess” is expected to plead guilty this afternoon to the gruesome hit-and-run car crash that killed South Beach chef Stefano Riccioletti in January. Karlie Tomica, according to sources, has agreed to serve four years behind bars, two... Learn MoreHow to Cope when a Loved One Goes to Rehab
Having any loved one go to rehab means that you are going to probably face many concerns, questions, and misconceptions about how rehab works. I know when I went to rehab my family was probably a little worried but also... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Heroin and Alcohol
Drugs of abuse may give the user a feeling of pleasure, but it is important to remember that they are toxic substances. The vast majority of drug overdose cases involve the use of more than one drug. In 2003 the... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Cocaine and Alcohol
As an addict and alcoholic I rarely did one drug at a time. Much like everything in my addiction, it was total chaos, balls to the wall, go hard or go home, do it all or don’t do it all,... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Xanax and Alcohol
The Synergistic Effect The term synergistic effect, or additive effect, refers to an increased intensity caused by the combination of two substances when introduced into the person’s system. For example, two medications taken together might have a more potent effect... Learn More
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