How Addictive is Kratom?
While a lot of drugs make the news when it comes to addiction, sometimes the ones that don’t receive as much attention can do just as much damage. Kratom is one of those substances. How addictive is kratom? The short answer is it can become quite addictive. This drug has similar risks to many others […]
How Does Online Outpatient Rehab Work?
Addiction to alcohol and drugs is an age-old problem. However, treatment for substance use disorders definitely moved into the modern age. We offer online outpatient rehab for those who want to take charge of their recovery from addiction. This allows them to take advantage of our variety of outpatient programs without setting foot outside their […]
How to Stop Alcohol Cravings
Learning how to stop alcohol cravings before they cause lasting damage can be a vital part of a person’s effort to achieve long-term recovery from alcohol use disorder. Like other types of addiction, alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease. The symptoms of alcoholism cannot be cured – but when a person receives proper care and […]
Guide On How To Get Someone To Go To Rehab
When you are concerned about a loved one and their substance use, you may want to talk to them about getting help. However, before you confront them about their drug or alcohol use, it is essential to learn how to get someone to go to rehab. How to Get Someone to Go to Rehab It […]
What Are Roxys? (Roxicodone)
Written By: Erika Dalton, LCSW Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Rahul Gupta, MD Last Updated: October 5, 2023 There are several different types of opioids used to treat painful medical conditions. Roxicodone, a.k.a. Roxys, is one such type. So, it is easy to understand that you may be wondering what are Roxys and how are […]
What Does It Mean to Make Amends in Recovery?
If you are wondering what does “making amends” mean, you are not alone. An essential part of addiction treatment and recovery is learning how to offer amends for your actions and behaviors while you were under the influence of various substances. What Does “Making Amends” Mean Exactly? Since it is impossible to travel back in […]
Carter Pope travels a new path with Buckhead Behavioral Health
When Carter D. Pope Jr. was 29, he started down a path that led to a battle with substance abuse, and he struggled to find his way back. Bolstered by the support of his family, he got the help he needed and began the road to recovery. [pdf-embedder url=”https://buckheadbh.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Road-to-Recovery-1.pdf” title=”Road to Recovery (1)”]
Carter Pope continues mission to help those with substance abuse disorder
Am I An Alcoholic?
Are you questioning your drinking habits and wondering, Am I an alcoholic?” How often do you drink? Do you have concerns that you might be drinking too much and too often? To find out if you need to be concerned about your drinking, let’s take a look at alcoholism, alcohol use disorder, heavy drinking, and […]
The Dangers of Binge Drinking
Binge drinking is a common practice among teenagers and young adults due to their first experiences with alcohol. However, adults in their 30s account for about half of the total binge drinkers, according to the CDC. So, if you or someone you care about binge drinks, you need to be aware of the health risks […]
