Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 12, 2023Updated: April 27, 2023Many people take prescription medications to treat various conditions and ailments. Prescription drugs can be an effective treatment when used as they are intended. Unfortunately, rates of prescription drug misuse continue to rise in communities…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 3, 2023Updated: April 27, 2023Xanax is a kind of benzodiazepine that people usually take for panic disorders, insomnia, and generalized anxiety disorder. While it is one of the most common psychiatric medications in the country, individuals can also develop…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 17, 2023Updated: March 22, 2023Many people are asking, “What is kratom?” Reports about the supposed benefits of the imported “wonder herb” has many taking a closer look. Others feel a bit suspicious about such supplements due to their perceived…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 21, 2023Updated: February 2, 2023Millions of people have co-occurring disorders in the United States. Of those individuals, women are disproportionately affected. Research suggests that dual diagnosis is more common among young women. So what is the most common dual…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 14, 2023Updated: February 2, 2023Perhaps you have heard of EMDR therapy but are curious about EMDR therapy’s effect on the brain. EMDR therapy, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a type of psychotherapy that has been used to…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 6, 2023Updated: February 2, 2023Substance abuse is a complex issue that affects many people, and it can be difficult to know where to turn when looking for help. When a person you love is struggling with substance abuse, it…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 25, 2023Updated: December 22, 2022We all know that drug addiction is a serious and complex issue. It requires professional attention, guidance, and support to overcome. But what are the options? Have you ever wondered what the longest amount of…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 16, 2023Updated: February 2, 2023Young adults and adolescents face many challenges as they prepare to enter adulthood. One such challenge can be succumbing to peer pressure which increases the risk of substance abuse issues. When these problems do arise,…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 15, 2023Updated: February 28, 2023The definition of a gateway drug never changes. However, the substances that experts consider to be gateway drugs are up for debate. Most importantly, though, people need to understand the definition. Understanding the term “gateway…
Added ByThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryThe Willows at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 4, 2023Updated: December 21, 2022If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you may have heard the term “dual diagnosis” and wondered what it means. A dual diagnosis occurs when a person simultaneously has a mental health…
