If your loved one wanted to stop using drugs, he or she would just stop using, right? This is a common misconception that many families have. Many people with drug addiction want to stop using and stop the chemical dependency they have. Yet, they have no ability to physically stop using drugs and alcohol, even…
The long-term use of alcohol causes damage to a person’s body and mind. One of the ways it does this is through alcohol-related brain damage, often called alcoholic dementia. If you or a loved one may have this condition, you may be unsure what steps you can take to get relief. At Springfield Wellness Center,…
Heroin side effects have a devastating impact on the human body. In addition, there are wide-reaching medical and social impacts. The use of heroin rose in the U.S. over the past decade, coinciding with an increase in people abusing prescription opioid drugs like Vicodin and Oxycontin. Because it is easier to acquire and lower costing,…
If you want to see true recovery from addiction, it’s very important to get the right kind of treatment. A program that will help you is one that you can trust in and rely on. The same is true with the facility, and at Springfield Wellness Center we want to help you with your recovery…
Are you looking for a way to end your addiction to substances? The staff at Springfield Wellness Center in Louisiana is here to help you. Below is more information about stimulant abuse and how we can help you end your abuse. What are Stimulants? Stimulants are substances that cause the body to become more active.…
Do you want to overcome your addiction once and for all? The staff at Springfield Wellness Center in Louisiana can help you out. Below is more information about better addiction care and how we can help you. What is Addiction? An addiction is defined as a disease of the brain that is seen as compulsive behavior…
What Is A Wellness Empowerment Meeting? You’ve done it this time. You’ve walked into a wellness empowerment meeting. What is a wellness empowerment meeting? Don’t turn around and walk out. You are in the right place. This meeting is the place where we celebrate the wonder of sobriety! If you want to learn just what…
Opioid painkillers are among some of the most potent drugs on the market. They bring intense relief for severe pain; as a result, you feel fantastic when taking them. Unfortunately, this is one wonder drug that comes with consequences. If you take them for some time, opioids can become habit-forming. A habit-forming drug is one…
Sleep is a critical part of your overall health. The National Institutes of Health recommends seven to eight hours of sleep a night for most adults. Children and teenagers need even more. Yet many get far less than this. At our health and wellness center in Springfield, LA, we work with numerous patients who struggle…
A mood disorder is any psychological disorder that impacts mood either by elevating or lowering it. Sometimes, the signs of a mood disorder are hard to spot. After all, it might be difficult to tell whether a person is going through a rough patch or facing mental health issues such as depression. Here are some…