The human body has over 7 trillion nerves, many designed to recognize physical sensations such as pain. Nociceptive pain, which everyone recognizes, goes off when some outside intrusion triggers physical injury or illness. Unpleasant as it can be, nociceptive pain serves an invaluable purpose by warning when something needs...
When you drink alcohol regularly to excess, it impacts your body in unhealthy ways. One of the most common results is Vitamin B-1 deficiency. Vitamin B-1 is vital, as it takes the food you eat and turns it into energy. It also impacts your brain’s hypothalamus and thalamus. The...
Barbiturates used to be a common drug prescribed back in the 60s and 70s to treat anxiety, seizures, and other illnesses. Barbiturates derive from barbituric acid and are central nervous system depressants. This guide will help you learn more about their impact on the brain, common drugs, signs of...
PTSS vs. PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has been part of everyday language for a generation now (though it first became an official medical term in 1980). Less often heard of, but a legitimate item of concern, is post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS), which has similar symptoms and usually begins in...
No one begins to use drugs or alcohol with the goal of becoming addicted. In reality, substance use disorders form for countless reasons. Many people find themselves reliant on drinking or drug use as a way to alleviate stress, relax after a long day, or let loose on the...
When you have physical pain, you may also struggle mentally and emotionally. There is a connection between chronic pain and depression, including their causes and their treatment. At times, the connection may actually feel like a vicious cycle but there is help for both conditions. Acute and Chronic Pain Pain is...
You may be thinking that you need to quit drinking but haven’t quite been convinced yet. There are many excellent reasons to quit drinking alcohol, most of which point to benefits for your physical health as well as your mental health. Recovery from Addiction is for Everyone September has been designated...
At Hemet Valley Recovery Center & Sage Retreat, we hope you had a safe and sober Christmas. If you kept your addiction recovery intact, you should be proud. Navigating significant holidays can be a considerable challenge, especially in early recovery. The holidays can bring unwanted emotions, which can lead to...
