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What Does Sober Curious Mean?

Mandy Sandhu
22 Aug 2024

“Sober Curious” first came from Ruby Warrington’s book of the same name where she explores how people’s lives would change (for the better) if they stopped drinking habitually or stopped completely. Sober curiosity means being aware of drinking habits in your life and making conscious decisions about them. These decisions could be to notice when you drink, to lower the...

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What Parents Need to Know About Teen Addiction

Mandy Sandhu
15 Aug 2024

Teen substance abuse can occur for various reasons. Teenagers are normally in a more fragile state as their adolescent brain develops. As they get older, they’re exposed to more adult experiences and go through a new, heavy wave of societal pressure that can lead them to substance use, if not properly guided. When addiction in teens happens, it’s best to...

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Can You Get Addicted to CBD?

Mandy Sandhu
8 Aug 2024

Since cannabis (CBD) was legalized in Canada in 2018, there has been increased interest in its variants, CBD and THC, for their perceived calming or soothing effect. However, it comes with potential side effects and risks users must know to make sound decisions. In this blog, we’ll discuss the risks of CBD, how it relates to addiction, and how to...

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How to Quit Cocaine Safely

Mandy Sandhu
25 Jul 2024

If you’ve decided to stop letting addiction dictate your life, or you’re a family member or friend of a drug user, it’s important to understand how to quit cocaine safely. Cocaine alters the mind and body, causing users to become dependent on the substance. There are safe and unsafe ways to quit cocaine. There are ideal paths to follow to...

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How to Get Someone Into Rehab in Canada

Mandy Sandhu
18 Jul 2024

As friends and family members of someone with a substance abuse problem, it can be hard to watch their lives deteriorate. Unfortunately, many people with drug abuse difficulties either don’t want substance abuse treatment or don’t see they have a problem. Sometimes it’s up to the strength of family and friends to guide their loved one toward rehabilitation. The question...

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What Are the Warning Signs of an Overdose?

Mandy Sandhu
13 Dec 2023

Can you spot the signs of an overdose? With the drug crisis ongoing and the need for opioid addiction treatment at an all-time high, knowing the signs could be the difference between life and death. It could be the reason you or someone nearby administers a naloxone kit. Keep reading to learn the signs and symptoms of an overdose—all it...

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Methadone vs. Suboxone for Opioid Addiction

Mandy Sandhu
15 Nov 2023

Suboxone vs. methadone treatment—which is best for opiate addiction? Both are FDA-approved medications with similarities in how they help manage opioid-related withdrawal symptoms. Yet they also have major differences, meaning the suboxone vs. methadone choice can be quite important for users and prescribers. Keep reading for an in-depth methadone vs. suboxone comparison. Opioid Agonists vs. Antagonists Methadone is administered to...

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What Is Xylazine? Canada’s Dangerous New Drug Explained

Mandy Sandhu
18 Oct 2023

The urgent need for opioid detox and treatment remains high in Canada as the ongoing crisis shows no signs of slowing down. Further exacerbating the issue is the emergence of xylazine, a powerful sedative with no known antidote. But what is xylazine, and where does it come from? In this article, we’ll dive deep into this hazardous substance—commonly known as...

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What Is Rainbow Fentanyl?

Mandy Sandhu
21 Jul 2023

Fentanyl is an extremely powerful synthetic opioid—more people than ever are seeking detox treatment to fight its addictive properties. But what is rainbow fentanyl? This new and colourful variation of the drug is said to target young people and children, often coming in the form of pills or powder. Unfortunately, it is just as addictive and deadly as its less...

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Methadone Pros and Cons: Everything You Need to Know

Mandy Sandhu
29 Jun 2023

Some substance abuse treatments require the use of synthetic medication to reduce the pain or cravings that often come with their withdrawal symptoms. For instance, those with opioid addiction can benefit from medication-assisted treatment. Methadone is a synthetic drug often given by doctors to help alleviate extreme pain and other challenging symptoms of opioid abuse withdrawal. It is often taken...

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