As our Clinical Director and Chief Operating Officer, Nick ensures that each resident receives personalized care that addresses the underlying factors contributing to their addiction, while providing strategic direction and day-to-day management of Heartwood Recovery. Driven by his passion for helping individuals reclaim their lives from the grips of addiction, Nick is committed to empowering men to realize their full potential and embrace a future filled with hope and resilience.
Angel Dust: A Brief History In the 1950s the drug phencyclidine was introduced as a surgical sedative. This is also known as PCP … aka angel dust. It’s dissociative hallucinogenic drug which puts people in an altered state of mind. Though PCP was widely accepted at first, it was discontinued
AUD and American Culture A primary difficulty with understanding alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, is understanding its place in American culture (and Austin, Texas, at that). The rule of the land goes something like this: Going out? (drink); staying in? (drink); have something to celebrate? (drink); had a bad
Heroin and Sleep Issues Drug use has many impacts across our physical spectrum. Some seem quite dire (rightfully so), and others might feel a bit less severe. One symptom that some might be quick to dismiss is insomnia. But ignoring sleep issues can have bigger effects than one might realize.
What Are Downers? Barbiturates are a group of drugs with a dose-dependent CNS depressant effect ranging from sedation to general anesthesia. They belong to a group of medicines called sedative-hypnotics which are indicated for induction of sedation, sleep, and anxiety-reducing effects. If you know someone who is dependent on barbiturates,
To Name a Few Maybe its severe weight loss. Maybe its money missing from the dresser. Out late without any remorse or explanation. Worse, maybe it’s the rages—the mood swings. The financial trust that has been destroyed. Maybe it’s the complete absence of a father or mother. The lies, the
Hallucinogens in Austin Hallucinogens are back in Austin. As the psychedelic wave in the 60s, Texas wasn’t exempt. Especially cites like Austin and San Antonio. Psychedelic rock, ketamine, and LSD are the mainstay, and with them come the people who want to try them. However, there are long-term effects of
The Criteria of Substance Use Disorder “The priority of any addict is to anaesthetize the pain of living to ease the passage of day with some purchased relief.” Russell Brand on drug abuse When talking about addiction to drugs or alcohol, there is typically something that is ignored: there are
Have you been there too? One moment you feel great about your sobriety and where your life is finally headed. Then traffic jam. A drive by your old school. Fight with family. The next minute you’re angry and resentful. Fists clinched. White knuckling until you can make it to the
Fentanyl Overdoses on the Rise There have been many high-profile overdoses throughout the years. But within the past decade a high percentage of them have something in common: fentanyl. This dangerous opioid has taken communities by storm, resulting in a loss of lives, a breakdown in families, and various other
Alcohol and the Body Alcohol (ethanol) is a drug that affects your entire body. The moment you take your first sip, the impact starts in your body. Although an occasional glass of wine is common, alcoholism builds steadily. Simple phrases like “beer o’clock” or “it’s 5 somewhere” can be the
Drug Slang for Xanax Sometimes a person with an addiction may talk in code. Or at least a language you might not understand without some insight. If you hear, “I’m totally out of it today. It might be that yellow school bus I took.” Sounds okay. Unless they are talking
Apathy and Addiction – What Is the Connection? Apathy is the loss of care and motivation. It is frequently connected to points in a person’s life when their daily routine has become mundane and boring, making it harder for the person to find joy and meaning in their common activities.
The Drug Lean – Addiction Treatment You may have heard of the term “lean” being thrown around—especially recently—having garnered widespread attention online on social media platforms. So what is the drug lean? Lean is most commonly defined as the combination of prescription-strength cough syrup, soft drinks, and hard, fruit-flavored candy.
