Nootropics, also called ‘smart drugs,’ promise an easy way to boost performance at work, in school, or even to excel in video games. However, as with any drug, it’s helpful to know how their effects and risks. Most importantly, you need to answer the question, ‘Are...
August 31st is international overdose awareness day. It is a date to remember those we’ve lost to overdose and to break down the stigma surrounding drug-related deaths and addiction. Addiction, be it to alcohol, opioids, or other illicit drugs, kills thousands of...
Consistent, prolonged, and excessive consumption of alcohol or drugs can weaken your immune system, making you more likely to get sick, struggle to fight off infections, develop sepsis, and are more prone to viral infections passed through blood or body fluids....
“Addiction treatment is too expensive.” If you added up the cost of maintaining a drug addiction, what does it cost you? What is the street price of common addictive drugs, and how much does an overdose or drug-related emergency cost? Now ask yourself if drug...
If you are addicted to alcohol or drugs, medication can potentially help you safely detox from drugs and minimize withdrawal symptoms. At Woods at Parkside, we offer medically supervised detox services, which helps you successfully start your path to recovery in a...
There is a link between genetics and addiction. In fact, some studies show hereditary factors make up about 50-75% of substance abuse and addiction. Here’s how to know if you’re at risk. Are you concerned you might have a drug or alcohol problem? Contact us at The...
