Oregon Decriminalizes Hard Drugs – Measure 110, Election 2020

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Oregon, long regarded as a state that promotes progressive policies, was the first to decriminalize hard drugs in the United States. Measure 110 was passed in November 2020. According to research, there were over 1.6 million drug arrests in America in 2018. More than three quarters (86%) of these drug addicts were arrested for small-sized […]

How to Handle a Panic Attack at Work

how to handle a panic attack at work

“I am having a panic attack at work. What should I do?” If you have ever experienced panic attacks at work, or have dealt with anxiety for some time, you will be familiar with the suddenness of these panic attacks. It happens when you are at work and doing your job, suddenly a feeling of […]

Is PCP a Designer Drug?

is PCP a designer drug?

Club drugs, also known as designer drugs, are substances created by altering the chemical structure of an existing drug that is usually used for recreational purposes. To avoid legal detection, designer drugs such as bath salts constantly change their names and ingredients. Designer drugs like bath salts have become more popular over the years and […]

Jordan Peterson Completes Addiction Treatment

Jordan Peterson detox and addiction treatment for benzos

People often think of opioids such as OxyContin when they think about addictive prescriptions. Other prescription drugs are often not mentioned, as they can be as addictive as opioids and as deadly. Benzodiazepines are prescription drugs that treat anxiety and seizures. Benzo drugs are substances we call “tranquilizers”, such as Clonazepam and Valium. They can […]

Friend of Jerry Podcast Hosts The Grace Project

The Grace Project founder and All In Solutions Cherry Hill outreach coordinator Megan Cohen on Friend of Jerry

Last week, one of All In Solutions Counseling Center Cherry Hill’s outreach coordinators, Megan Cohen, was invited onto the Barstool Sports podcast Friend of Jerry to discuss her nonprofit foundation The Grace Project. Sat beside her friend and fellow volunteer, Cohen spoke to “Jersey Jerry” about her own struggles with addiction, her recovery, and the […]

How to Tell if Weed Is Synthetic

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Anyone buying marijuana must know how to identify synthetic weed. Although synthetic marijuana produces similar side effects to cannabis, there are some differences. Because it was difficult to study cannabinoids due to regulations and legal issues, scientists created synthetic marijuana. Artificial weed is also known as Spice, Black Mamba, Spice, or Spice. These chemicals can […]

Sobriety, Fitness, and Community during Covid-19

how fitness can be a stepping stone to community which is crucial for recovery

Why Community is Important in Recovery Johann Hari, a British journalist, offered a unique perspective about addiction in his 2015 TED Talk. Hari stated that the opposite of addiction was not sobriety and recovery, but connection. It was difficult to stay connected during the current Covid-19 pandemic. This is especially true for those in recovery […]

Who Is an Addict?

Who is an Addict?

How to Recognize If You Have an Addiction What is addiction? It’s a neuropsychological disorder characterized by a compulsive desire to use drugs. Although such cravings may be harmless, they can have severe negative consequences. People addicted to drugs have weakened self-control and altered brain chemistry. Those who are addicted to drugs need treatment. Here […]

Can You Snort Ecstasy?

What is Ecstasy? MDMA, 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine is a synthetic, psychoactive drug. This drug affects the brain’s neuronal cells that use serotonin to send and receive signals throughout the body and brain. The regulation of mood, sleep, pain sensitivity, and mood is all dependent on serotonin. Some people may also take Ecstasy in liquid form. Some […]

Can You Have Visitors in Rehab?

can you visit family members in rehab

Most rehabs and addiction treatment centers do allow patients to have visitors under certain circumstances. Rules regarding visitation vary from one facility to another and are often dependent on a patient’s current level of care, progress in treatment, and adherence to their program. At All In Solutions facilities, patient visitation is permitted at the discretion […]