Tuesday, December 10th, 2019
What If Someone Close To You Relapses
Someone Close To You Relapses Relapse is, unfortunately, a part of many addict’s stories. There are a number of reasons why a person relapses. They may be in denial,...
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Tuesday, November 26th, 2019RECOVERY AND THE HOLIDAYS: THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS
The holidays are always so busy and the list of things to do seems to never end. But in addition to all of the tasks and commotion, the drifting...Read More
Monday, November 18th, 2019Victor Ortega – PAX House’s Clinical Director
Spotlight on Victor Ortega Victor Ortega is PAX House’s Clinical Director of Outpatient Services. Victor has been part of the PAX family since 2012. He began working initially as...Read More
Monday, November 11th, 2019DON’T WAIT UNTIL AFTER THE HOLIDAYS TO GET THE HELP YOU NEED
WHY TO GET HELP BEFORE THE NEW YEAR The holidays are coming. It’s a time of family gatherings, parties, gifts, and warm good feelings. No one wants to be...Read More
Tuesday, October 29th, 2019Are You a High Functioning Alcoholic?
Many people feel alcoholism means a homeless man or woman, drinking alcohol from a brown paper bag, usually under a bridge. But, having alcoholism doesn’t always mean your life...Read More
Tuesday, October 8th, 2019What Does High Functioning Addict Look Like?
Addicts are often thought of as not being able to function in normal society. They may be considered thieves, homeless, or otherwise at the fringe of mainstream society. Believe...Read More
Monday, September 23rd, 2019Is Alcoholism a Disease or a Moral Failing?
For centuries, man has been drinking. A certain percentage of the population seems to like the effect produced by alcohol a little too much and suffer from alcoholism. Are...Read More
Sunday, September 15th, 2019Crystal Meth Comedown – Effects and Treatment
The crystal meth comedown is intense. It is characterized by: Excessive sleeping and lethargy The increased appetite (which is why the weight loss “virtue” is so temporary) Heightened anxiety...Read More
Wednesday, September 4th, 2019Danger and Effects of Xanax Bars
Typically prescribed as an anti-anxiety medication, Xanax is the most widely prescribed of all benzodiazepines as a method to alleviate anxiety and treat panic disorders. Unfortunately, it has also...Read More
Thursday, June 13th, 2019Pushing Through Our Triggers
For some people it’s the actual sight or smell of their drugs of choice (alcohol, marijuana, heroin), for others, it’s their family members or certain friends and/or acquaintances,...Read More
