MGM-15 New Potential Opioid Threat
MGM-15 is a new derivative of 7-OH that is more potent and around 50 times stronger that morphine. This new “legal” opioid is emerging on the market and may bypass any 7-OH laws. Learn about the dangers of this new substance. MGM-16 is another substance that is 240 times stronger than morphine.
Are 12-Step Programs Required for Recovery?
Blog going over if 12-step programs such as AA and NA should be required for substance use disorder recovery. This article reviews the positives and potential negatives of such groups. Recovery treatment facilities and evidence-based practices are reviewed.
How To Guide for Guided Imagery
An in-depth guide on how to perform guided imagery, with a focus on assisting in addiction recovery, but also great for everyday life. Learn how to start the practice with breath control and muscle relaxation. This blog goes over the types of guided imagery practices and benefits each can provide to a person.
How Guided Imagery Helps Addiction
Learn more specifically how guided imagery can assist with addiction recovery. This relaxation technique can take the strength away from triggers and cravings as well as assist in motivation to continue a recovery journey.
Intro to Guided Imagery for Addiction
Introductory blog on the benefits of the relaxation technique of guided imagery. Learn about the long-standing history of such a practice to more modern approaches. Guided imagery is beneficial in everyday life as well as to assist in addiction treatment.
Kratom Part 2: Is Kratom Really Safe?
This blog reviews more in-depth the concerns over Kratom and 7-OH usage including abuse potential, dependence, withdrawal, side effects, and overdose risks. Analysis of the United States legislation as well as international legislation is reviewed painting a concerning picture for public health and safety.
Relapse Concerns and The Holidays
Learn about relapse potentials around the holidays. This is a guide to help explain additional triggers and concerns during the holiday season to help people stay sober during this time. This information is however useful all year, especially during colder months when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can add additional concerns.
Kratom Part 1: What It Is, How It Works, Potency Differences, Traditional vs. U.S. Use, and Why Caution Is Essential
Part 1 installment blog on Kratom and 7-OH. This blog reviews how Kratom works and the effects on the body. Discusses potency differences in the alkaloids as well as variations of the substance geographically. Traditional usage versus more modern usage in the United States are reviewed as well as growing concerns with modern usage.
Understanding Internal Triggers in Addiction Recovery: Relapse Prevention Strategies
Having a deep understanding of your internal triggers is very important in addiction recovery. Learn about the internal triggers such as negative emotions, positive emotions, overconfidence, and the HALT categories for triggers. Also discover some of the therapies used to help reduce the strength triggers play on us.
Opioids After Suboxone Treatment: Risks and Recommendations
Understand the dangers of opioid usage after Suboxone treatment. Learn about Suboxone, the dangers of “controlled usage” after treatment, safe pain management, and relapse prevention.
Overcoming Barriers to Addiction Treatment Through Telehealth
Telehealth Addiction Treatment is helping overcome many of the barriers that have prevented some from this life-saving treatment. Learn about the various barriers and how telehealth is a solution to more accessible, affordable, and stigma free treatment for those in need.
Finding the Right Telehealth Suboxone Provider
Why finding the right telehealth Suboxone provider is important. Balancing convenience with quality of care and compassion. Qualifications that are needed and how the correct provider will assist in tapering to a successful treatment completion.
Developing a Comprehensive Plan for Lasting Recovery
Learn the importance of creating a comprehensive plan to provide lasting addiction treatment recovery. Discusses the levels of care for treatment, social supports, support groups, and the importance of an aftercare plan.
Opioid Epidemic in West Virginia – A Hope for Recovery
A blog going about how the Opioid Epidemic has affected the state of West Virginia. Going through historical data all the way down to the county levels through newer data showing great hope for recovery. Data driven information about treatment modalities and how the opioid epidemic is changing.
Addiction Triggers: Identifying and How to Avoid Them
Read about the importance of avoiding triggers with substance misuse recovery. This in-depth blog provides information on how to identify triggers and tips for avoiding triggers. These are crucial aspects of staying on a path of recovery.
Can Suboxone Cause Me To Test Positive for Opioid Drug Tests?
Learn about how and when Suboxone (Buprenorphine) appears on drug tests, which panels detect it, and how long it stays in your system. Plus additional practical tips for work, clinical, and treatment settings.
What Are Addiction and Recovery Blogs?
A blog explaining about the concept of blogs and how to find a quality blog on addiction treatment and therapies.
Life After Outpatient Opioid Treatment
Discussing how life will be after completion of outpatient opioid addiction treatment. Goes over other concepts like aftercare plans.
How the Practice of Mindfulness Assists with Addiction
Learn about how the holistic practice of mindfulness will assist those suffering from addiction.
Recognizing the Signs of Addiction
Discusses many of the signs to help a person recognize someone going through active addiction, covering many of the substance use disorders.

