Substance Use

Alcohol addiction, or alcoholism, is a chronic disease characterized by an inability to control drinking despite adverse consequences. This addiction is driven by alcohol’s impact on the brain’s reward system, where it increases the release of dopamine, creating pleasurable sensations.

At Magnolia City Detox, we understand the complexities and dangers associated with substance use, including prescription medications like Xanax. As a JCAHO-accredited treatment facility located in The Woodlands, Texas, we provide comprehensive detox and inpatient rehab services to help individuals overcome addiction and co-occurring mental health issues.

Have you ever felt that fee­ling after an evening out, where it feels like­ your belly has a mind of its own, deciding to puff up like a balloon? Ah, the feared feeling of bloating. Whether it stems from indulging in a substantial dinner, spending time with friends, or simply enjoying some tasty snacks, we’ve all found ourselves there—waking up the next day feeling like we’ve swallowed a beach ball. Now, let’s talk about another potential offender: Does alcohol have an impact on our stomach and contribute to bloating as well?

Have you heard the terms PHP and IOP thrown around but aren’t quite sure what they mean or how they differ? You’re not alone. These treatment programs are commonly confused or used interchangeably, but there are some key differences you should understand. As someone interested in mental health and addiction recovery options, being well-informed about the available programs and which might suit your needs best is important.

In recent years, the opioid epidemic has become a major public health crisis in many countries around the world. Countless lives have been lost to drug overdoses, and it is crucial that individuals have the knowledge and resources to respond in case of an emergency. Can you survive an overdose? This article explores the life-saving knowledge that everyone should possess, including the signs of an overdose, the importance of aftercare after an overdose, and the role drug intervention, specifically Naxolene, plays in an overdose.

According to the National Council of Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) there are more than 17 million people in America that struggle with alcohol use disorder. In addition, the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reports that 60 million people ages 12 older engaged in binge drinking in the past month. While

If you’re someone suffering from anxiety, you may have been prescribed or heard about BuSpar. It's a medication used to treat anxiety symptoms, and it's gained attention recently due to its potentially addictive side effects. If you're considering taking BuSpar or feel like you've become dependent on it, it's important to understand the risks associated

Alcohol abuse is interesting in that there are different types of alcohol abuse. For example, a person could suffer from alcoholism, or they could have just one bad night. There also exists the debate of problem drinking vs. social drinking; what’s the difference between the two? How do we differentiate them, and how do we

A person’s nutrition is one of the very first things to be affected when a person gets into alcohol addiction. It is not uncommon for people to fall ill or even lapse into a life-threatening condition due to alcohol addiction-induced malnutrition. The National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS) puts the number of Americans who