Many people who take antidepressants also drink alcohol, whether that means having an occasional drink with friends or using alcohol more regularly to manage stress, anxiety, or low mood. Even though this combination is common, it’s not always easy to predict its effects. Antidepressants and alcohol can interact in ways that increase side effects, affect…
Details
Alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency, and you should not wait to see whether someone gets better on their own. If a person cannot stay awake, has trouble breathing, vomits while unconscious, has a seizure, or shows other signs of an alcohol overdose, call 911 immediately.1 When you are frightened for someone you care about,…
Details
Your body needs time to process alcohol. On average, blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, falls by about 0.015 percentage points per hour after it reaches its highest level.1 People sometimes describe this as roughly one standard drink per hour, although your actual timing may differ. For example, someone whose BAC reaches 0.08% could need about…
Details
Updated: June 2026 Quitting kratom can be difficult, especially for people who have used it for a long time or at higher doses. Some people begin using kratom for pain, stress, energy, or opioid withdrawal symptoms, then later find that stopping use is harder than expected. If you are searching for how to quit kratom,…
Details
Addiction affects more than a person’s substance use. It can impact the body, mind, emotions, relationships, sense of purpose, and ability to feel grounded in daily life. Holistic addiction treatment recognizes this reality by treating the whole person, not just the symptoms of drug or alcohol use. At Spokane Falls Recovery Center, we use a…
Details
Fentanyl withdrawal can feel frightening, painful, and overwhelming, especially when someone is trying to stop using without knowing what to expect. For many people and families in Spokane and Eastern Washington, the first few days of fentanyl withdrawal are the hardest because symptoms can become intense quickly, and cravings can feel difficult to control. Spokane…
Details
Recognizing the signs of alcohol addiction is not always easy. Alcohol is and has been a normal part of many social events and society, which can make it hard to see when drinking has crossed a line. What starts as an occasional drink can, over time, become something more serious. Many people question their habits…
Details
Being married to an alcoholic can feel overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally exhausting. Many individuals find themselves questioning what is normal and what may be a sign of a deeper issue, especially when alcohol use is gradual or hidden. For some, a spouse may appear to function well in daily life, making it even harder to…
Details
Understanding crack vs. cocaine can feel confusing, especially since both substances come from the same drug. While they are closely related, they differ in how they are used, how quickly they affect the body, and the risks they carry. These differences matter for both individuals and families. Learning how each substance works can make it…
Details
Fentanyl is a highly potent opioid that carries a significant risk of overdose, even in small amounts. In Washington State, fentanyl has been involved in more overdose deaths than any other drug, making up 76% of the total overdose deaths.1 If you are misusing fentanyl or worried about a loved one, finding a fentanyl addiction…
Details