Category: Substance Abuse

Prozac and Adderall are two commonly used prescriptions. Adderall is made up of two drugs,  amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. In most cases, it’s prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Prozac is considered a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant. Since it increases serotonin activity in the brain, doctors often prescribe it to treat depression, […]

Georgia has a painkiller abuse crisis. While drug use across the board has been rising, no drug category has seen a rapid increase like that of opioids. Nationwide, opioid usage has been climbing since their introduction to pharmacies in the 90s, but now the synthetic, non-prescription market crawls with extremely potent, equally fatal drugs. In […]

MDMA vs. ecstasy: is there a difference? In short: no. MDMA is an abbreviated form of methylenedioxy-methamphetamine and is the main component in the popular party drug ecstasy. Ecstasy (or molly) is the shorthand street drug name for MDMA and is often cut with other drugs in order to induce stronger or altered effects. However, […]

Staying sober is a task that requires consistency, restraint, and a goal in mind. If you’re already past the process of becoming sober, you understand the persistence it took to reach this point. You also may know that progress can be undone very easily, and small allowances for alcohol or drug use can culminate in […]

When it comes to life after rehab, relapse is always possible. That is why a relapse prevention plan is key to maintaining long-term sobriety. Understanding the warning signs and symptoms of relapse can be essential to your recovery and ongoing success. Relapse prevention plans are designed to help you identify triggers that could lead to […]

According to recent statistics from the Georgia Department of Public Health, opioid abuse is a serious problem in the state. Over the past several years, rates of prescription drug addiction have risen significantly, and thousands of people are affected by opioid-related overdoses every year. Some of the most common contributing factors to opioid abuse in […]

Awareness of substance use symptoms can help you and your colleagues recognize if someone at work is under the influence. Aside from the problems substance abuse can create in the workplace, awareness provides an opportunity for you to make a difference in someone’s life by stepping up and initiating an intervention. Many workplaces have strict […]

Too often, those with substance abuse disorders go without necessary mental healthcare. Mental health is just as important as physical health. After all, people talk about the mind-body connection for a reason. That’s why at Footprints Beachside Recovery, we treat the whole person. If you or someone you love is struggling with substance abuse and […]