Watching someone you love struggle with addiction can be one of the most difficult things you’ll ever experience. If you have a loved one struggling with substance abuse, you’re not alone. According to the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health Data, 48.7 million...
Alcoholism, or Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) as it’s known in medical terminology, is quite prevalent, affecting more than 28 million adults and 750,000 youth in the United States. The common impression of people suffering from an AUD is of a daily drinker who is always...
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s about 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It’s a prescription pain killer, but it’s also manufactured illegally and sold on the street. It is responsible for a large number of opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. each year...
Adderall is a prescription stimulant that helps with concentration and alertness. Because it is prescribed for many people for ADHD and narcolepsy, it’s not widely perceived as a “problem” drug like meth or cocaine. However, Adderall is commonly sold on the street and...
In recent years, marijuana has become more mainstream and accepted due to its legalization in many areas, both for medical use and recreational use. Common perceptions are that marijuana, unlike other recreational drugs, is not addictive. However, evidence suggests...
It’s not easy to see a loved one struggle with alcohol addiction. You can clearly see its negative impacts on their life, and it can be difficult to understand why they keep drinking despite the consequences. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult for an alcoholic to stop...