Polysubstance Use Trends in California (Fentanyl + Stimulants)
Polysubstance use—using more than one drug concurrently—is increasingly becoming the norm rather than the exception in the current overdose crisis. In particular, the combination of fentanyl and stimulants (methamphetamine, cocaine,...
Gas Station Heroin in California: The Dangerous Rise of Tianeptine and 7-OH
Updated October 11, 2025 • Written by the team at Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California. A new and alarming drug trend is spreading across parts of California: products...
How to Know If Someone Is Addicted: Physical, Behavioral & Mental Signs
For families and loved ones seeking clarity—written by the team at Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California. If you’re worried about a friend or family member, you’re not alone....

