Nov 27, 2024 | Addiction Counseling, Addiction Treatment, Detox, substance abuse
Introduction Self-detoxification, often called self-detox, is when people try to cleanse their bodies of addictive substances without medical supervision. This method is appealing because it seems simple and cost-effective. Many people like the idea of detoxing...
Nov 13, 2024 | Addiction Counseling, Addiction Treatment, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Addiction Recovery: Does It Work? This pressing question is at the heart of many seeking effective treatment strategies for substance use disorders. At CNV Detox, located in Los Angeles, California, the focus is on delivering...
Oct 16, 2024 | addiction, Addiction Treatment, Ritalin, substance abuse
Can Ritalin Lead to Addiction? The Facts Explained Introduction Doctors commonly prescribe Ritalin, scientifically known as methylphenidate hydrochloride, as a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and...
Sep 11, 2024 | Addiction Treatment, Opioids, substance abuse
Introduction Opioid medications, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and morphine, play an important role in modern medicine. Doctors frequently prescribe these drugs to manage severe pain after surgery or injury. However, it’s equally important to understand the...
Aug 14, 2024 | addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Otezla, Withdrawal
Introduction Otezla (apremilast) is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. While it offers relief for many patients, there have been concerns raised about a potential link between Otezla and...