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Ketamine has emerged as a groundbreaking treatment for conditions like treatment-resistant depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Its rapid antidepressant effects through NMDA receptor antagonist action have made ketamine infusion therapy an FDA-approved option in clinical settings. But as its popularity grows, many people wonder—is ketamine addictive? Understanding how ketamine works, its effects at various doses, and potential risks like ketamine induced addiction is essential for anyone considering or researching this treatment.

Xanax is one of the most widely used prescription drugs for treating anxiety disorders and panic attacks. Known scientifically as alprazolam, it belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines, which work by calming the nervous system.

The other day, a conversation came up with a few of our clients, and with some alumni, that felt worth writing about. We were talking about RAM (Remote Alcohol Monitoring) tools like Soberlink or portable breathalyzers. Not the technology itself, but what it represents. How it feels when a spouse asks for it. The mix of emotions that can show up. The resistance. The relief. The questions underneath it all.

Starting treatment for opioid dependence can be challenging, especially when medications like buprenorphine or naloxone are involved. For many people, the biggest fear is precipitated withdrawal. Unlike natural withdrawal, this reaction comes on suddenly and can feel far more intense.

Soberman’s Estate was established in honor of our Founder’s brother Jeff, who passed away from an accidental opioid overdose, and his best friend Jerry, who died as a direct result of alcoholism. Tragically, over the years, we have also lost alumni to this disease.

entanyl is one of the most dangerous drugs contributing to the opioid crisis in the United States. It is far stronger than most prescription opioids and can quickly lead to dependence and addiction. Because fentanyl is so potent, even small amounts can increase the risk of overdose.

Staying Sober Through Crisis, Grief, and Uncertainty

Percocet is a commonly prescribed pain reliever used to treat moderate to severe pain. It combines oxycodone, a powerful opioid pain medicine, with acetaminophen, another pain reliever that enhances the analgesic effect. 

For centuries, people have described alcohol as both a “pick-me-up” and a “slow-down” substance. You may feel energized and sociable after the first drink, but the science is clear: alcohol is classified as a depressant drug. While alcohol can create stimulating effects in the short term, the longer-lasting reality is that alcohol slows brain function, reduces reaction time, and affects breathing and heart rate.

Feeling sick after a night of drinking can be alarming. Was it food poisoning vs alcohol?