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Meth and Mental Health: How Methamphetamine Affects Your Brain
Regardless of how you use methamphetamine or what kind of relationship you have with it, it’s important to recognize some of the ways using it can affect mental health. The first time I tried methamphetamine, I was 15 years old. I wasn’t really into uppers, but I ended up at
Why Is Meth Left Out of Medication-Assisted Treatment?
When it comes to meth, there’s no MAT, no funding, and little hope For being in the middle of an opioid epidemic, we sure did talk a lot about meth when I worked on the addiction medicine team at a local hospital as a recovery mentor. In fact, we talked
Booze-Free Date Ideas
If your date night ideas begin and end with drinks, dinner, and a movie, it can be hard to imagine other options. These booze-free date ideas will open your mind! “Let’s meet for drinks” is a common go-to for first dates or a nightcap on the way home while in
How to Talk About Harm Reduction in 2022
Here are some important tips and talking points that can make a real difference when you talk about harm reduction and substance use. When I started working as a peer support specialist and recovery mentor in 2017 in Portland, Oregon, the conversation we had about safely using substances was a
Successful Addiction Treatment in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Break the cycle of substance use in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and get back to feeling like yourself again. Addiction treatment has never been easier. Workit Health meets the needs of people with substance use disorder with our innovative digital solution to addiction treatment for Michigan residents. Our Ann Arbor clinic
What the Latest Study on Medication for Meth Means
A study published earlier this year might hold some promise for those wishing to curb chaotic methamphetamine use. According to research published by Madhukar H. Trivedi, MD, professor of psychiatry, Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas in January, a combination of naltrexone and bupropion
Member Stories
From people who've been there
Ashley’s Story
Ashley felt trapped and alone in the cycle of addiction, until her son gave her the impetus to find help. Now she’s supported and connected
Eric’s Story
Eric knew Suboxone treatment worked for him, but he faced obstacle after obstacle in getting it. Until he found Workit Health.
Tracey’s Story
Tracey was tired of trying to get sober, and she was tired of feeling judged. With Workit Health, she found the support she needed.
A Member’s Kratom Story
A member says, “I was in long-term recovery from heroin and opiates for about 13 years. Then I found kratom and 7-OH. I had no
Boston Paul’s Story
Don’t let the lies cravings tell you derail your recovery. Instead, play the whole tape through, being honest with yourself.
Lynne’s Story
A lifelong resident of a rural town, Lynne struggled to find local addiction help. With Workit Health, she gets the care she needs in her