What is Trauma-Informed Treatment?
Posted on May 10, 2022
When it comes to substance use disorders, there is a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding. One of the most common misconceptions is that people with… Read On »
Signs You’re Enabling Your Loved One
Posted on April 23, 2022
If you have a loved one with a substance use disorder, it can be difficult to know when you are enabling them. Many people enable… Read On »
What is a Residential Treatment Center? 5 Things to Know
Posted on April 5, 2022
When researching how to manage a substance use disorder (SUD) you’ve probably wondered, “What is a residential treatment center?” at some point. Without knowing what… Read On »
Staff Spotlight – Laura Rocco Saldivar
Posted on April 4, 2022
Laura Rocco Saldivar – Community Outreach Director – Rio Grande Valley Laura joined our Origins family in March 2022. She is a marketing and business… Read On »
How to Treat Bipolar Disorder
Posted on March 18, 2022
If you suspect you might have bipolar disorder, understanding how it affects you will be a helpful step towards making decisions on how to respond… Read On »
Fast Facts About Fentanyl
Posted on March 8, 2022
Opioid medications are the most potent painkillers available to doctors. They act on opioid receptors, which are found throughout the body and brain to reduce… Read On »
Is Marijuana Addictive? Everything You Need to Know
Posted on February 28, 2022
The growth of legal marijuana use in parts of the U.S. may suggest it remains a harmless drug. Those who use a medicinal version of… Read On »
Smoking and Recovery from Addiction: Why They Don’t Go Together
Posted on February 15, 2022
If you’ve been to a recovery fellowship, it’s likely you’ve seen people gather together on a smoke break. Even non-smokers may join just for social… Read On »
What is Really in Street Heroin?
Posted on February 2, 2022
Heroin bought on the street is almost never pure heroin. The actual heroin content can vary widely, usually between about 50 percent and 80 percent.… Read On »
Is Ecstasy Addictive?
Posted on January 24, 2022
Ecstasy is one of many party drugs your teen or college-age child may be exposed to on occasion. You may discover your son or daughter… Read On »