Author name: Danesh Alam MD, DFAPA, DFASAM

Dr. Alam is an internationally renowned psychiatrist with academic affiliations with Northwestern University and University of Illinois, Chicago where he completed his residency training. He has been a principal investigator for over forty studies and has been involved in research leading to the approval of most psychiatric medications currently on the market. He is the founder of the Neuroscience Research Institute which continues to conduct research on cutting edge medication and interventional psychiatry. Dr. Alam is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Society of Addiction Medicine. He has won several awards and has been featured extensively on radio and television.

Understanding Flakka Addiction, Withdrawal, and Detox

Flakka is a new-generation drug, also known as “gravel” and “zombie.” It reportedly originated from South Florida. Flakkas’ main ingredient is called Cathinones, extracted from khat plants, with known origins in the Middle East and Somalia. Natives in those areas frequently chewed on the leaves of the khat plant for its euphoric effect. The drug

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Opium Abuse Detoxification Signs, Risks, & Withdrawal Symptoms

All opiates arrive from the poppy plant, which secretes a resin-like botanical substance called opium. Opium is a natural pain killer that also creates sensations of euphoria. Opium has been exploited in one method or another by humans for at least 5,000 years.   Through the millennia, opium has advanced and is now synthesized in a

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Gold Seal Accredited by The Joint Commission

Ambrosia Treatment Center is Accredited by The Joint Commission We’re honored to continue to uphold our unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of drug and alcohol addiction treatment quality of care. Our facilities have passed all of the safety and health standards required by the Joint Commission illustrating that we do provide safe and

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Alcohol Detox: Signs, Effects, Symptoms

There are multiple risks and known signs of alcohol abuse.  This article attempts to explain alcohol withdrawal symptoms along with corresponding alcohol detox. As well as, how to perceive signs and dangers of alcohol addiction to help somebody dealing with addiction, what withdrawal symptoms are, and lastly detox treatments like that from Ambrosia Treatment Center

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