What Does It Mean to Be Powerless? To be “powerless” doesn’t mean you are weak or incapable. It means that once you pick up the first drink or drug, you no longer have control over what happens next. Powerlessness is about the inability to consistently stop, moderate, or avoid consequences, no matter how strong your […]
Kratom Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Withdrawal
What is Kratom? Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. The leaves of the kratom plant contain active compounds—primarily mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine—that interact with opioid receptors in the brain, producing both stimulant and sedative effects depending on the dose. At lower doses, kratom can increase energy, alertness, and sociability. At higher […]
How to Request Time Off Work for Rehab and Protect Your Job
Why Going to Rehab Should Come First Addiction is a progressive disease—it doesn’t get better on its own. Waiting too long to seek help can lead to serious consequences for your health, relationships, finances, and yes, even your job performance. The truth is, untreated substance abuse is more likely to cost you your job than […]
How Long Does Naltrexone Stay In Your System?
What Is Naltrexone? Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist, which means it blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of opioids by binding to the brain’s opioid receptors without activating them. It’s also used to reduce alcohol cravings by modulating the brain’s reward system. Unlike medications such as methadone or buprenorphine, naltrexone doesn’t activate opioid receptors—it simply […]
