Posts by theriversource

Women suffering from addiction during pregnancy can find themselves feeling hopeless and overwhelmed when it comes to finding treatment. They may know they need help, for both them and their child, but traditional treatment options are no longer an option.  The River Source wants you to know that you are not alone, and you can…

Date rape drugs are used to incapacitate victims with the intention of committing sexual assault. What’s worrisome about these drugs is that they are usually available in pill and powder forms, making them easy to mix into drinks without the person knowing. Some people assume that date rape drugs are used by strangers, but the…

In 2016, there were more than 63,600 drug overdose deaths in the United States. This is 21% higher than the rate in 2015. Some age groups had the highest rates of drug overdose deaths in 2016 we’ve ever seen – roughly 35 per 100,000. The states with the highest overdose rates are West Virginia, Ohio,…

Delirium tremens (DTs), or “the shakes,” is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal. It involves sudden changes in the nervous and mental systems. DTs usually occurs when a heavy drinker stops drinking alcohol. It’s most common in those who consume a lot of alcohol and have for a long time. However, anyone going through alcohol…