Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet 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 connection to…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet 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 drug” can…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 9, 2022Updated: November 28, 2022If marijuana addiction has taken you down a destructive path, then there is help at The Willows at Red Oak Recovery®. We offer a women’s drug addiction treatment program to help you begin your recovery journey. Our…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 7, 2022Updated: October 26, 2022Marijuana is one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States. In fact, over 22 million people have used marijuana in the past month. Despite its popularity, there is still much debate about whether or…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 1, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022Prescription painkillers are some of the most commonly-prescribed medications today. While not always synonymous, opioids are typically what is being discussed when it comes to prescription painkillers. Being addicted to painkillers is an increasingly common phenomenon, which…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByWesley CulpepperWesley Culpepper read morePublished: March 1, 2022Updated: April 5, 2022People experiment with drugs and alcohol every day. While some drugs may seem more benign than others, drug use may be a sign of underlying mental health issues or unresolved trauma. For…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByWesley CulpepperWesley Culpepper read morePublished: January 22, 2022Updated: December 29, 2021Chronic pain is a common experience among US adults. Nearly one in three American adults is affected by chronic pain. Many people who struggle with this turn to prescription painkillers to ease…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: January 14, 2022Updated: December 29, 2021Cocaine is a stimulant drug whose use boosts energy levels and produces a euphoric high. Its use is entirely illegal in the United States and poses many physical and psychological dangers to…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: November 5, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021When someone mentions gateway drugs, they’re talking about certain habit-forming substances resulting in dependency and addiction. These substances have the potential to lead individuals to use other, more dangerous substances. Whether you’re…
Added ByThe Willows at Red OakThe Willows at Red OakMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: November 3, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Like any other medication, fentanyl comes with side effects. Not all of these side effects are lethal. However, they can cause health problems over time. You should tell your doctor about any…
