Breaking Down the Barriers to Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Examining the need for substance use disorder treatment, we begin the examination with a comparison between the COVID-19 pandemic and…
The Challenge of Teens Using Drugs and What Parents Should Do
The reality of teens using drugs is hard for any parent. When a teenager starts experimenting with drugs, it casts…
Study Shows Dramatic Increase in Opioid Overdose Deaths
Across the country, opioid overdose deaths continue to increase. According to a recent study, more than 1.2 million additional Americans…
Having Set Alcohol Aside, Gerard Butler Celebrates the Gifts of Not Drinking
As a movie star, Gerard Butler has taken on iconic roles like Dracula in Dracula 2000 (2000), the Phantom in The…
Critical Update about the Public Reporting of Opioid Settlement Funds
Did you know that state and local governments will receive billions of dollars in opioid settlements from the companies behind…
Four Signs A Person Is Becoming Dependent on Drinking Alcohol
Drinking alcohol is the gold standard of acceptable indulgences in Western civilization. In popular culture, people learn that a drink…
Over-The-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray Approved By FDA
In a positive step in the right direction, over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone nasal spray has been approved by the Food and…
Honoring TTC’s Primary Care Clinics on National Doctors Day
All week long throughout the year, the Primary Care Clinics at Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC) provide medical services. The goal…
Past Drug Abuse of Samuel L Jackson Detailed in People Magazine
In People magazine, the past drug abuse of Samuel L Jackson, the incredibly successful actor, is revealed with courage and…
The Problem of Synthetic Stimulants and ADHD Medication Diversion
Synthetic stimulants such as Adderall and Ritalin are the main treatments for ADHD (attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder). Proven effective in 70%…
“Shame and Stigma Fuel the Drug Crisis and Prevent Treatment” – Dr. Nora Volkow
A national drug crisis continues to ravage America. According to Dr. Nora Volkow, the Director of the National Institute on…
Helping a Loved One with Addiction Issues is Possible
Undoubtedly, helping a loved one with addiction issues is difficult. In today’s world, drug addiction is more common than ever.…
Preventing Drug Overdoses a Top Priority for the Food and Drug Administration
In 2023, preventing drug overdoses is a top priority for the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In a…
MAT Services and Withdrawal Management in Opioid Overdose Prevention
From the perspective of the substance use disorders clinical team at Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC), opioid overdose prevention must be…
Parents Need to Know — Panic Attacks in Teenagers
Panic attacks are more common in teenagers than most people realize. Teenagers who have panic disorder are subject to panic…
Two Studies Reveal How Drug-Seeking Habits Fuel Substance Use Disorders
According to recent research, drug-seeking habits fuel the addictive power of substance use disorders. Published respectively in Addiction Neuroscience (2022)…
Parents Need To Know — Fifteen Drug Emojis Used By Teenagers
A look at drug emojis used by teenagers is the beginning of a new series. Parents Need To Know will…
Rainbow Fentanyl Pills A Common Occurrence in Orange County Drug Busts
As the nationwide opioid crisis continues, rainbow fentanyl pills are becoming more common in Southern California. In a recent drug…
Rising Youth Opioid Overdoses Means A Greater Need for MAT Services
Youth opioid overdoses are rising in the United States because more teenagers are willing to experiment with hardcore drugs. In…
Tarzana Treatment Centers Opens Narcotic Treatment Program in Long Beach
On January 17, 2023, Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC) opened a Narcotic Treatment Program (NTP) in Long Beach, California. The nonprofit,…
A New Reality: Fentanyl Test Strips in the Clubs, at Parties, and on the Dance Floor
Fentanyl test strips are the new reality of going out on the town and partying. Wanting to stay safe when…
Substance Use Disorder Results from 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)
Substance use disorder issues continue to be a nationwide crisis. SAMHSA released the survey results about substance use disorder rates…
List of the Top Five Signs of Fentanyl Use
It is essential to know the signs of fentanyl use. Nationwide, fentanyl use is leading to overdoses and deaths at…
Overdose Prevention Sites Equal A Temporary Remedy for the Opioid Crisis
As the opioid crisis continues to rage across the nation, critical overdose prevention sites are closing. In the Tenderloin neighborhood…
Three Tools to Help You Stay Sober Over the Holidays
Staying sober over the holidays is often challenging for a person in early recovery. Although the winter holidays are a…
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month and Raising Awareness
In 2022, December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The Objective of this observation day is to help the National…
New Study Shows Prescription Drug Misuse Incredibly Common
Prescription drug misuse is frighteningly common in the United States. In a study that spanned thirty-two years, researchers examined data…
PTSD and Substance Use Disorders in Veterans
PTSD and substance use disorders in United States veterans are commonplace. From the Vietnam War to the recent conflicts in…
The Massive Jump in Fentanyl Deaths in Los Angeles County
Over the past five years, the jump in fentanyl deaths in Los Angeles County has been staggering. In a report…
Tarzana Treatment Centers Emphasizes Equity and Innovation on World AIDS Day
In 2022, World AIDS Day is all about equity and innovation. Following the example set by the Substance Abuse and…