What are the Top Methadone Alternatives?
13Sep
07Sep
Who Pays for Sober Living Homes?
Using Insurance or Health Benefits to Cover Recovery Residences
If you are looking for a sober living home or other recovery housing options, let's first of all congratulate you! You've made leaps and bounds by seeking addiction treatment and being wise enough to know that long-term recovery means you need a...
31Aug
Why Do People Rub Cocaine On Their Gums?
Gumming Cocaine and Oral Issues Caused by Cocaine Abuse
You may have seen it in the movies - people who use cocaine by rubbing the white powder on their gums. Or maybe you've noticed a loved one doing this and been concerned. Perhaps you've even asked yourself: Why do people rub cocaine...
21Aug
What Happens in Rehab?
The Processes and What to Expect at a Solid Treatment Center
Have you ever wondered what happens in rehab? If you or a loved one struggles with substance abuse, it's natural to have questions about what to expect during addiction treatment programs. The truth is that the therapeutic process has been...
14Aug
Free Trauma Journal Prompts for Download
Get Insights into Trauma Prompts from the Experts at Icarus NV
Many describe carrying around the weight of past trauma as wearing a backpack loaded with rocks. You carry the excess weight of negative emotions everywhere that life takes you, making every step you take a struggle. You cannot start your emotional...
31Jul
What is Overamping on Meth?
The Risks and Realities of Stimulant Overdose
When you hear the word "overdose," what immediately comes to mind? Most people think about turning blue or a heavy nod like they might see with heroin and opioids. But stimulants can (and do) often cause overdoses. And they have a different set of...
09Jul
Meth and Depression
Get Dual Diagnosis Treatment at Icarus in Nevada
As a part of our team of behavioral health professionals at Icarus Behavioral Health Nevada, I have seen firsthand the destruction that addiction can cause to individuals and families. Across the US and in Nevada as well, meth use has been on the rise...
07May
Does Nevada Medicaid Cover Drug Rehab?
Get Answers and Proven Programs at Icarus in Nevada
At Icarus Nevada, we understand the dilemma. The cost of addiction treatment is a significant concern for many people looking for help. Committing to rehab is hard enough; you shouldn't also have to worry about whether you can afford to get healthy....
14Mar
How to Detox from Ketamine and Manage Withdrawal
Understanding Ketamine Withdrawals and Detoxification
You may already know how hard it can be to put down ketamine. At Icarus Nevada, we realize the process of ketamine withdrawal can be daunting, but knowing how to detox from ketamine safely is a core part of being able to quit successfully. If you or...
29Feb
Meth Comedown: All You Need to Know
Understanding the Crash from Crystal Meth and Bouncing Back
Methamphetamine, popularly known as meth, is a potent stimulant known for its potent properties and its effects on the body and mind. One aspect of this drug use that is often neglected is its comedown phase. Our previous articles have covered how...
12Feb
How Long Does Meth Stay in Your System?
Know the Duration of Time Meth Lasts in the Body and Get Support
Methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant, raises critical questions for those navigating its effects and repercussions. One of the most asked questions regarding meth addiction is, "How long does meth stay in your system?" This article embarks on...
30Jan
The Best Defense for Positive Drug Test Results
Understanding When It Is Time to Accept Support for Recovery
After failing multiple drug tests, I chose Icarus Behavioral Health Nevada to begin my recovery journey. I lived my life in a constant cycle of drug testing, in and out of trouble because of failed drug tests. When you get entangled in...
22Jan
What is the Tuci Drug? Realities and Risks
Get Resources and Support to Quit Party Drugs at Icarus Nevada
Every day new types of drugs hit the black market, aiming at a different demographic of consumers looking for their next high. There is currently, and has been for a while, a large market for synthetic or designer drugs -...
03Jan
A Grateful Addict Will Never Use
The Amazing Power of Appreciation in Recovery From Addiction
During my active addiction, I rarely felt gratitude for anything. I lived a very selfish life. I was an addict for almost two decades, and everything revolved around me and my ability and desire to get high. My drug addiction made me...
20Dec
Do Detox Kits Work for Drug Tests?