Opioids are among the most commonly abused prescription drugs. Prescription painkillers like OxyContin, Codeine, and Vicodin may be beneficial in masking pain, but their opioid nature makes them dangerously addictive. What is the reality of Vicodin addiction in particular? What sets it apart from … [Read more...] aboutThe Reality of Vicodin Addiction
When Client Values Clash with Counseling
Values, ethics, and principles have one major thing in common; they shape our character. The values we hold dear impact our ethics. Our unique code of values and ethics create the principles we live by. These elements of our personality influence everything from personal to professional decisions. … [Read more...] aboutWhen Client Values Clash with Counseling
Signs and Symptoms of Codeine Addiction
Codeine is a prescription drug used to manage moderate to severe pain. Despite its primary use as a temporary, short-term pain reliever, its narcotic nature makes it highly addictive. Some people develop a dependency problem while using it for legitimate medical purposes. Spotting the signs and … [Read more...] aboutSigns and Symptoms of Codeine Addiction
12 Core Functions: Orientation to Substance Abuse Treatment
The latest continuation of our series exploring the 12 Core Functions of Substance Abuse Counselors brings us to Orientation. This seemingly simple process is, in fact, full of opportunities to make your clients feel at ease and safe. Clients who feel like they enter a judgement free safe zone … [Read more...] about12 Core Functions: Orientation to Substance Abuse Treatment
