What Is a Pre-Intervention Consultation?

What Is a Pre-Intervention Consultation?

An intervention is a necessary step in the decision-making process for some men and women who need treatment for substance use disorder. When used, an intervention can provide a way for family members to encourage a loved one to seek help. A successful intervention...
Signs of Heroin Addiction

Signs of Heroin Addiction

Is your child, friend, or spouse using heroin? Heroin is an opioid drug made using morphine, which comes from the opium poppy plant. Heroin is typically white or brown color and is generally used in a powder form. People inject, smoke, or snort it. Sometimes heroin is...
Why Do Addicts Make Empty Promises?

Why Do Addicts Make Empty Promises?

When Trust Is Broken Are you tired of the lies and empty promises? I’m going to quit drinking Monday – I just need one more weekend. I promise I will not buy any drugs with this money. I need to pay my rent. The broken promises of a person with an addiction are...