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February 11, 2020
While substance abuse is known for having negative side effects on a person’s health, addiction affects hair as well. Learn more about how your drug habits could be negatively impacting your hair.
February 11, 2020
Because of the large number of drug overdose deaths, Massachusetts has plans to open drug monitoring centers in the state to try and get drug users medical attention before it is too late.
January 31, 2020
States and the US as a whole are desperate to get control of the opioid epidemic. One study found that Medicaid expansion is linked to a decline in opioid overdose deaths. Could this continue to be part of the solution for Massachusetts?
January 31, 2020
This year, start the New Year off sober. Our alcohol rehab is going over the many Dry January benefits, including some that might surprise you.
January 8, 2020
Scientists have attempted to understand the origins of alcoholism and addiction within the brain, and one new study has linked a brainstem circuit with compulsive alcohol abuse. There may be more causes for alcoholism within the brain than previously thought.
January 6, 2020
Mental illness is not a crime, which is why many communities are developing co-responder programs to help individuals in need. Massachusetts has started utilizing a co-responder model for communities in the state, but how effective is offering mental health assistance over incarceration for actions?
December 19, 2019
There’s a growing problem of meth addiction in Massachusetts and this rising trend is dangerous for users and communities. Banyan Treatment Centers Massachusetts analyzes this rising trend of meth use and shares tips for curbing the growth of meth use statewide.
December 19, 2019
When a person visits multiple doctors or healthcare professionals to try to obtain more prescription drugs than recommended, they are doctor shopping. Banyan Treatment Centers Massachusetts is sharing common signs of doctor shopping and what to do if your loved one is abusing prescription drugs or opioids.
December 13, 2019
A Holyoke kindergartener allegedly brought heroin to his school’s classroom saying the drugs made him feel like “Spiderman.” The child’s father was arrested, but the story about this heroin arrest in Massachusetts doesn’t stop there. Learn about what happened here.
December 13, 2019
As states continue legalizing marijuana, many people are wondering if weed is addictive. Yes, marijuana can be addictive, and people can form marijuana dependence. Learn more about signs of marijuana addiction and how to treat it.
May 9, 2019
Long-term meth addiction can cause problems such as meth mouth, brain changes, and other health problems. More here on how to treat meth addiction and information on treating the health effects of prolonged meth abuse.