Much of what we hear on the news regarding drug use today centers around opioids, but millions of people struggle with other substance use disorders. Cocaine, including crack cocaine, are central nervous system (CNS) stimulants that block norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin transporters, causing a build-up of these neurotransmitters in the brain’s pleasure centers and producing […]
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Fentanyl has become notorious in recent years due to its role in the opioid epidemic and the astounding number of fatal overdoses tied to it. However, although it’s used as a street drug, it’s important to remember that it is also a valued medical substance for severe health conditions. That means people can become addicted
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Addiction, now clinically referred to as substance use disorder (SUD), impacts millions of Americans of all ages, races, and walks of life. For years, alcoholism and other forms of addiction were viewed as character flaws in people who had no willpower, resulting in stigmatization that, unfortunately, remains today despite the knowledge that SUD is a
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We all experience periods of sadness from time to time. Still, if you experience prolonged sadness accompanied by feelings of irritability, fatigue, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness, you may be experiencing depression. Clinical depression is common throughout the world, and women are about 50% more likely to experience it than men.1 At Hill Country, we understand
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The rise of “Wine Mom” culture has become incredibly popular. While the memes and merchandise promoting it may seem humorous, it may not be a laughing matter for someone whose drinking habits have actually become a serious problem. At Hill Country, we understand the unique obstacles that women face when it comes to receiving professional
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It sometimes takes months or years to develop an addiction to drugs or alcohol. Likewise, it can take weeks or months to unravel an addiction and find recovery. The stages of addiction recovery include a step-by-step process of transitioning from substance misuse to a life free of dependency. Your story is unique, and the root
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It can feel scary when you’re going through a drug or alcohol addiction. It’s common for people to abuse substances for years without realizing how much their use is affecting them. But choosing to change your life for the better is a strong decision. Acknowledging your substance problem and taking the first steps toward a
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Like most diseases, alcoholism occurs over several months or years. Sometimes it can take so long to develop the addiction to alcohol that you don’t notice the stages of alcoholism as they are occurring. The main reason is that you and those around you grow accustomed to your behavior. While moderate drinking isn’t a cause
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Family therapy has shown to be a very effective part of substance abuse treatment, but if the thought of it seems daunting, that’s understandable. It’s not unusual to feel nervous about something with which you may not be familiar. Let us demystify what family therapy is and help you and your family gain clarity on
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Being there for a friend or loved one who is struggling with addiction can be one of the most difficult challenges of your life. You may not know how to help an addict or how to approach the problem, especially if the person in question is in denial about their addiction. Furthermore, you may have
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