Author name: Dr. Vahid Osman

So, you’ve been wondering if alcoholism is a mental illness or not. It’s a complex topic, but here are the basics. Some people are just more prone to addiction and alcoholism due to genetics, environment, mental issues, or a combination of factors.

Relapse is a reality that many people face after leaving their rehab treatment facilities. Rehab programs typically do their best to prepare these people for handling a potential relapse, providing them with coping skills that can be used out in the world.

Unfortunately, there are many people suffering from substance use disorder in the state of Indiana. In 2017, 29.4 out of 100,000 people were suffering from some form of substance use disorder. That’s statically higher than the national average of 21.7 out of 100,000.

Xanax is a drug used to treat anxiety and/or panic disorders. It’s not an opioid – it’s part of a drug class called benzodiazepines, AKA benzos. Xanax is the most frequently prescribed psychoactive drug in America. Treatments vary between 0.25mg and 2mg pills, two or three times a day.

Taking one opioid medication for pain opens people up to risks, but sometimes, people are afflicted with multiple conditions that require medication. This has led to the trend of people taking opioid medications and medicines that treat anxiety at the same time.

The process of looking for a new job is tough for anyone. It’s endless paperwork and submitting resumes and writing/reading emails and going to interviews, and it’s never exactly thrilling. For recovering addicts, however, the process can be monumentally difficult.

Illicit drugs are ubiquitous in America, but Indiana seems to have more issues than most states. As a matter of fact, Indiana is seventh on the list of states that are experiencing severe problems with drug use. The authorities determine this by the number of people using substances in the state, the law enforcement response to the crisis, and public health issues.

Emergency responders are the first professionals on the scene after an accident, a medical emergency or even a mass-casualty incident. The unique pressure of a first responder job can often take quite an emotional toll, and it is not uncommon for law enforcement personnel, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics to develop problems with drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism.

Drug addiction is among the last things people want to consider when notice their loved ones behaving differently. Many folks look for other reasons to explain their concerns. At First City Recovery Center, we understand why someone would do this. Substance use disorders aren’t jokes.