Simply put, "greening out" refers to cannabis overuse or overdose. Exactly why and how greening out occurs is a bit more complex; greening out can happen as a result of recreational use but may happen to individuals using cannabis medicinally. The risks for greening out increase by using alcohol with cannabis or by ... Read More
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The Overdose Dangers of Opioid Tapering – How to Avoid Them
Despite efforts nationwide to subdue the ongoing opioid epidemic, many states are still fighting a losing battle. In fact, for the 12-month period ending in March 2021, overdose deaths from all drugs hit an all-time high at nearly 100,000, most of which were from opioids. Unfortunately, the unprecedented stress and ... Read More
The Role of Family in Preventing Substance Abuse
Addiction is often viewed as a personal battle. However, drugs and alcohol don't affect only the person consuming them. Watching a family member struggle with substance abuse can impact spouses, parents, children and siblings. This explains why many treatment centers offer family addiction counseling. They understand ... Read More
Is It Possible to Overdose on Edibles?
For many people, especially regular users, the notion that you can overdose on marijuana seems far-fetched. The THC found in marijuana doesn't typically present the same level of physical harm as drugs such as heroin, methamphetamines, and cocaine do. But what about gummies, brownies, capsules, and other types of ... Read More
Free Support Groups for Addiction and Mental Health
Having support through addiction is essential, but you need different kinds of support for different situations. Even if you have a family full of people willing to help, they aren't necessarily what you need. However, support groups for family members of alcoholics can make things easier by connecting you with others ... Read More
Marijuana Overdose – Is There Such a Thing?
After smoking several joints with his friends and taking numerous hits off a water bong, Mike, a regular pot user, feels more stoned than he's ever felt before. Until this moment, he never thought it was possible to "overdose" on marijuana— but now, he feels strangely gripped by a growing sense of anxiety and paranoia. ... Read More
Five Quick Tips for Preventing a Sleeping Pill Overdose
Note: if you are concerned about an overdose, please contact poison control or immediately dial 911. Even over-the-counter sleeping pills can be dangerous in high doses. Sleep is among the most important bodily functions. Getting adequate rest is critical for brain and organ health and performance during the day. ... Read More
Coping After Suicide: Resources for Family and Friends
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States, and 49,476 Americans died by suicide in 2022. Losing a loved one is a difficult experience, and grief affects people in many different ways. In his book Trauer und Melancholie (Mourning and Melancholia), Freud described two responses to loss: grief and ... Read More
