Addictions & Conditions We Treat
Choose the substance or condition you are concerned about to see its signs, effects and how treatment works at Day One — written by our medical team.
Substances
Drugs, alcohol, nicotine and other psychoactive substances we treat
Yaba & Crystal Meth (Ice)
Yaba and crystal meth (ice) are methamphetamine-based stimulants. Learn the symptoms of meth addiction, brain effects, and the treatment path to recovery.
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Heroin
Heroin is an opioid derived from the opium poppy. Learn the signs of heroin addiction, overdose risks, and the medical and therapeutic path to recovery.
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Ketamine (K)
Ketamine is a medically valuable drug when used under professional care. Learn the signs of ketamine addiction, its health risks, and how treatment works.
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K-Pods (Etomidate)
K-pods are e-cigarettes secretly laced with etomidate or ketamine. Learn the warning signs, health risks, and how Day One treats K-pod addiction.
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Cannabis
Cannabis affects the brain through THC, altering mood, memory, and perception. Learn the signs of addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and treatment options.
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Kratom
Kratom may seem harmless as a plant, but regular use can lead to dependence and withdrawal. Learn the signs, risks of kratom juice, and treatment options.
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Alcohol
Alcohol affects the brain and nervous system. Learn the signs of alcohol addiction, withdrawal risks, and how detox, medication and therapy work together.
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Cocaine
Cocaine is a stimulant that produces alertness and confidence before a crash. Learn the signs of cocaine addiction and how treatment works at Day One.
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Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide)
Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) has legitimate medical uses, but recreational use can damage the nervous system and deplete vitamin B12. Signs and treatment.
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GHB & GBL
GHB and GBL are depressant drugs that cause relaxation and drowsiness but carry serious risks of overdose, dependence, and dangerous withdrawal.
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Poppers
Poppers (alkyl nitrites) cause a brief high but can trigger dangerous drops in blood pressure, oxygen problems, and eye damage.
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Cigarettes & Vaping
Cigarettes and vapes are hard to quit because of nicotine, which drives cravings and withdrawal — but quitting is achievable with the right plan and support.
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Polysubstance Use
Polysubstance use — combining two or more drugs or alcohol — is unpredictable and dangerous, but it is treatable with a plan that addresses every substance.
Signs & treatment ›Behavioral Addictions
Addictions without a substance, such as gambling, gaming and trading
Gambling Addiction
Gambling isn't just casinos — it includes online betting, baccarat, slots, and underground or online lottery. Learn the warning signs and treatment options.
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Gaming & Social Media Addiction
Games, social media, and short clips are part of daily life. Playing or scrolling to relax doesn't always mean addiction — learn the signs and treatment.
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Trading & Speculation Addiction
Investing isn't the same as gambling, but trading can become hard to control. Learn the signs of trading addiction and how treatment helps.
Signs & treatment ›Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions
Psychiatric conditions that often occur alongside substance use and need to be treated together
Depression
Depression is more than feeling sad sometimes — it changes mood, thoughts, sleep, and energy. Learn how it connects with substance use and treatment.
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder brings major mood and energy shifts that can resemble, or be worsened by, meth, alcohol, or other substances. Signs families should know.
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Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety disorder goes beyond normal worry, and substances like meth, cannabis, or alcohol can mimic or worsen it. Learn the signs families should watch for.
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Panic Disorder
A racing heart, breathlessness, and chest tightness can be panic disorder — or triggered by meth, cannabis, or withdrawal. Signs and treatment for families.
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Social Anxiety Disorder
Being quiet, shy, or preferring solitude isn't social anxiety disorder. Some people simply dislike socializing yet can still study, work, and talk with others.
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ADHD
Forgetfulness, unfinished tasks, restlessness, and impulsivity are common — but when they've been present since childhood, ADHD and substance use may be linked.
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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia affects thought, perception, mood, and daily life. Learn how it differs from drug-induced psychosis, and how families can find the right treatment
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Psychosis and Paranoia
Hearing voices when no one is there, believing someone is following or plotting against them, or seeing things others don't — is it drugs, or something more?
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Mood Swings and Irritability
Easily irritated, mood swinging up and down, more explosive anger than usual, frequent family conflict, or trouble controlling words and behavior.
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Trauma & PTSD
A traumatic event can leave lasting effects: nightmares, intrusive memories, hypervigilance. Learn how PTSD can lead to substance use, and how both are treated.
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Personality Disorders
Fast mood swings, frequent conflict with loved ones, impulsivity, fear of abandonment, distrust, or risky behavior can signal more than substance use.
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Sleep Problems
Insomnia, restless sleep, waking at night, nightmares, sleeping days and awake nights, or needing alcohol, cannabis, or medication just to fall asleep.
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Family Problems and Substance Use
Family conflict, blame, and broken trust often surround substance use. See how family problems and addiction feed each other, and how to help without enabling.
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Relationship Problems and Substance Use
Fights, jealousy, broken promises, and lying often surround a partner's addiction. Learn how relationships and substance use affect each other, and how to help.
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