Identifying the Signs and Symptoms of Drug Addiction
Drug addiction affects an estimated 6.2 million adults in the U.S., according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. This includes illicit drugs like heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, and non-medical use of prescription drugs like...
Getting a Loved One to Seek Help for Addiction
It can be very difficult and heartbreaking to watch someone you love struggle with addiction. Ignoring the situation may seem like the easiest way to cope, however, allowing your loved one to continue suffering from addiction without getting help can lead to worsened...
Tips to Avoid Triggers for Substance and Alcohol Abuse During the Holidays
The holiday season can be a fun, joyous time for many, but for some, this time of year can be sad, stressful, and difficult for reasons such as estrangement from friends and family, financial hardship, and addiction recovery. Drug abuse rates tend to be higher during...
Facts About Opioid Addictions
To understand why opioids are addictive here are five facts about opioid addiction and what opioids are. Opioids are a substance that dulls the senses and reduces the pain signals that the body sends to the brain. Opioids are usually prescribed to treat moderate to...
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