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11/19/2025

Naproxen is a widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that helps manage pain, inflammation, and fever. Unlike opioid painkillers, it does not interact with the brain’s opioid receptors or produce euphoric effects.

Discover whether naproxen is addictive, its risks, and side effects, and how professional addiction treatment can help if you're struggling with dependence.

11/17/2025

While effective for short-term relief of anxiety symptoms, these same sedative qualities also contribute to Xanax’s potential for abuse and addiction. It’s frequently used as a club drug, with people taking the drug to achieve a tranquil high.

Learn about Xanax addiction, including symptoms and available treatment options around the top Xanax rehab centers in the United States.

11/12/2025

The drug ceiling effect is a critical concept in understanding how certain medications, especially opioids, impact the body and mind, especially for individuals dealing with addiction.

Learn about the drug ceiling effect, its impact on opioid addiction, and how it can lead to dangerous behaviors like polydrug use.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans — Today and Every Day 🇺🇸

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. Your strength, sacrifice, and resilience inspire us all.

At Lumina Recovery, we recognize that for many veterans, the battles don’t always end when service does. We stand beside you on the journey of healing — offering hope, recovery, and support every step of the way. 💙

Thank you for your service, your bravery, and your continued fight for a better tomorrow.

11/10/2025

At Lumina Recovery, we understand the unique challenges posed by fentanyl addiction. Our comprehensive treatment programs are designed to address the specific needs of individuals struggling with fentanyl dependency.

Lumina Recovery offers expert fentanyl addiction treatment, helping individuals overcome opioid use disorder and achieve lasting recovery.

10/29/2025

In general conversation, people might say someone is “tweaking” to mean they’re acting anxious or twitchy. However, in drug-related contexts, tweaking specifically refers to methamphetamine-induced behaviors that can be dangerous.

What is tweaking? Learn the common signs, symptoms, and dangers of this methamphetamine-induced state, as well as how to seek professional help.

10/27/2025

A pill mill is an illegal or unethical medical facility that appears to be a legitimate clinic, often operating under the guise of a pain management center.

What is a pill mill? It’s a clinic in legal grey areas, focused on distributing addictive opioids. Learn about the signs and risks here.

10/22/2025

At Lumina Recovery, we understand that the journey to recovery is unique for each individual, especially when facing the challenges of a dual diagnosis.

Living with ADHD can come with an increased risk of addiction. Lumina Recovery offers ADHD and addiction treatment across the United States.

10/20/2025

While many people expect physical symptoms in going through withdrawal, changes in thoughts and feelings are just as common. These mental and emotional symptoms are known as psychological withdrawal.

Psychological withdrawal causes anxiety, depression, mood swings, and cravings after stopping substance use. Learn about symptoms, recovery time, and coping.

10/16/2025

While the intent of cross-fading is to intensify the effects of each substance, doing so can also have significant psychological and physical consequences.

Being “cross-faded” is often a desired effect of ingesting more than one addictive substance. But what does it actually mean?

10/13/2025

Complacency in recovery resembles reaching a mountain summit and deciding to camp there permanently, lulled into believing, “I’ve made it.” This dangerous illusion suggests the hard work is behind you and vigilance can be reduced.

Complacency in recovery can lead to relapse, isolation, and mental health struggles. Learn to recognize the warning signs and take proactive steps to stay on track.

10/08/2025

Hangover anxiety, or post-drinking anxiety, is common, affecting people who consume alcohol in varying degrees, from mild unease to severe distress.

Learn about hangover anxiety, its causes, symptoms, and effective ways to manage post-drinking anxiety while prioritizing mental health.