Have you decided to take the first step in recovering from alcohol addiction? Then congratulations on taking the hardest step towards recovery. Once you’ve made the decision to stop drinking, you’ll need to go through alcohol detox. If you’ve been drinking heavily, this could be a difficult process. You may experience a lot of withdrawal effects. This...
Teenagers are known for sometimes being surly, distant, and secretive. As a parent, do you know how to tell when your teen is just acting like… well, a teen, and when their behavior is a sign of a bigger problem? Do you know how to tell if your child is using drugs? After all, 50 percent of...
Over 20 million Americans are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We’re all familiar with the challenges of those particular addictions. And yet, there are dozens of other types of addiction which largely go unnoticed. You may say that you’re a “chocoholic” as a joke, but these are strange but serious addictions. Read on as we reveal...
Millions of Americans struggle with drug and alcohol addiction every year, but only about 11 percent of them actually get help from a rehabilitation program. If you’ve made the decision to go to rehab, congratulations on prioritizing your well-being and taking a big step toward recovery. If you’ve decided to go to rehab, you might also have...
Is ecstasy addictive? The research isn’t entirely clear. We do know that ecstasy (MDMA) targets the neurotransmitter systems that other drugs, like cocaine or heroin, also stimulate. Studies show that animals exposed to MDMA will then retake it of their own volition, which is an essential indicator of addiction. Data also shows that humans who use...
The rate of drug overdoses and drug overdose deaths in the United States is on the rise. According to the latest data, more than 70,000 people died of drug overdoses in 2017. Drug overdose is not always fatal, but it is always a serious issue. Do you know how to tell if someone has overdosed? Do you...
Adderall is commonly prescribed to help people with ADHD. When people who suffer from the disorder take the drug, it can help them to concentrate better and it can also give them a longer attention span. Despite the legitimate uses for Adderall, it can very easily be abused. In fact, street dealers contribute greatly to Adderall...
Mental illness and substance abuse are both rampant in the US. It’s said that 17.5 million people suffer from a mental illness. 4 million of those individuals have a comorbid dependency on drugs or alcohol. Both mental illness and substance abuse have a significant negative impact at personal and societal levels in their own right. Together, that...
When does using drugs and alcohol turn to a habit that you cannot break? For many people, it can be difficult to identify the warning signs of addiction. This is a reason only 10% of Americans suffering from addiction will get the treatment they need. The disease creates unawareness or denial of the addiction taking place. Yet, there...
It’s estimated that more than 114 people die as a result of drug overdose every day in the country. But this problem can be easily treated with rehabilitation and drug detox. To start living a drug-free life, you must go through the dreaded stages of drug withdrawal. But you shouldn’t be afraid of anything! Identifying and understanding the...
