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Substance Use Disorder Archive
Marijuana Legalization – Why “Legal” Doesn’t Mean “Safe” or “OK”
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New marijuana laws and changes in cultural opinion are affecting people’s attitudes towards its use. Not only are people beginning [...]
Ask Horizon – What is “rock bottom”?
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If you’re struggling with an addiction or struggling to understand an addict, you may have heard the term “rock bottom” [...]
The Basics of BAC (Blood Alcohol Content)
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If you’ve ever known anyone who was pulled over for drunk driving, or read an article about someone who was [...]
What Does Family History Have to Do With Addiction?
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Not everyone can drink or use drugs without developing dependence, and the amount you drink or consume does not influence [...]
Community education on painkiller addiction continues in Williamsville
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On Thursday March 27th, 2014 Williamsville North High school hosted two assemblies involving all students and faculty to discuss the [...]
How To Talk To Your Kids About Drug and Alcohol Use and Abuse
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As kids get older—although not as old as you might think—alcohol and drugs start to enter their worlds. As parents, [...]
Ask Horizon: What is Zohydro?
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Q: I’ve been seeing the new FDA approved painkiller drug Zohydro a lot in the news. Can you please tell [...]
What is the difference between detox and inpatient treatment?
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Ask Horizon Q: How do I find out if my daughter needs a detox program or an inpatient program? I [...]
Horizon’s Recovery Coach Program Can Assist a Person in Recovery
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If you or someone you know is recovering from addiction, you know that there is no one size fits all [...]