Author name: Dan Parrish

Dan Parrish was named CEO of Acqua Recovery in September 2019. He joined the team in 2018 as Director of Marketing and has made a career-long commitment to help those struggling with addiction and its underlying mental health and behavioral causes and triggers. His mission is to ensure every individual receives the treatment and education necessary to recover and to find the resources that best suit their needs. With over 10 years of sobriety, Dan brings true empathy to those in distress and believes the path to recovery starts with each individual finding their true self. “Addiction is a disease we can only successfully treat by meeting it with compassion and honesty. If we do not find the reason why the cycle of self-medication started, how can we find the road to sobriety?” Dan is passionate about creating a program that facilitates long term success in both Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

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What is the Blues Drug? A Fake Prescription Pills Guide

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A pill’s color doesn’t always indicate that it’s not going to help you. But “blues” have become a highly abused drug that has more intense side effects than any pain medication you can find in the drug store. What is a “blues drug”? It’s more commonly known as Blues, and they’re counterfeit prescription pills (namely opioids).

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Is Bipolar a Personality Disorder?

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Cocaine is a strong stimulant drug made from coca plant leaves that are found in South America. For centuries, the indigenous people of the Andes used coca leaves for their stimulating effects. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century that cocaine was isolated as a chemical compound, and it later became popular as a recreational drug. Today, it’s commonly found as a white powder. It can also be added to other components to form a crystalline rock called crack.

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What Does Cocaine Do to Your Body?

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Cocaine is a strong stimulant drug made from coca plant leaves that are found in South America. For centuries, the indigenous people of the Andes used coca leaves for their stimulating effects. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century that cocaine was isolated as a chemical compound, and it later became popular as a recreational drug. Today, it’s commonly found as a white powder. It can also be added to other components to form a crystalline rock called crack.

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Is Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey Safe?

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ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is often thought of as a childhood disorder. However, around 4% of adults also struggle with ADHD. Unfortunately, many adults with ADHD go undiagnosed and untreated, and this can lead to difficulties in daily life and relationships. We discuss the signs and symptoms of untreated ADHD in adults, the diagnosis, and the available treatment options.

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Untreated ADHD in Adults: Signs, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is often thought of as a childhood disorder. However, around 4% of adults also struggle with ADHD. Unfortunately, many adults with ADHD go undiagnosed and untreated, and this can lead to difficulties in daily life and relationships. We discuss the signs and symptoms of untreated ADHD in adults, the diagnosis, and the available treatment options.

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