Alcohol cessation isn’t as easy as you might think, especially if you’ve been drinking excessively or using alcohol to cope. When you become reliant on a substance, it’s hard to give it up. And it doesn’t help that quitting something that makes...
Are you ready to begin rehab but don’t know where to start? The next step in your recovery journey is considering your options for treatment. At The Woods at Parkside, we offer both inpatient and outpatient rehab programs. Both options can be effective, but your...
Alcohol might not cause you serious health issues in some cases. In fact, some studies have shown that moderate amounts of alcohol can actually lower your risk for heart disease. However, chronic or heavy alcohol use is another story. People who drink more may develop...
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....
