The Connection Between Substance Use and Risky Sexual Behavior Substance use comes with a wide variety of potential consequences. Some of these consequences — including addiction and overdose — are quite well-known. However, others may be less familiar. One such problem is an increased chance of taking part in risky sexual behavior. This is the...
Drug and alcohol addiction can destroy everything, and it’s only getting worse over the years. Whether it’s caused by tough times or easy access, bringing drugs or excessive amounts of alcohol into your life will do nothing but cause trouble – and nowhere is that trouble more prevalent than in the most popular substances. The most common...
Cocaine is one of the most addictive substances and those who try to quit often find themselves in the struggle of their life. Cocaine withdrawal symptoms are difficult to bear and many people fall back into old habits to ease the effects of trying to quit. The good news is, cocaine addiction can be beaten...
America’s battle with drug addiction and dependency wages on. It’s been a major problem in this country for countless numbers of years. We’ve seen husbands, wives, children, grandparents, neighbors, and distant friends and relatives taken down dark paths with drugs and alcohol and there’s no way to stop it. As we become more aware of...
According to this study, our personal network’s attitude towards substance use and recovery can actually impact our future substance abuse. Having a network of supportive friends and family can make all the difference. With this guide, you can determine if your friend is suffering from drug addiction and take the necessary steps to help them. Become...
How many times have you heard someone – or have you even – said the phrase “that’s crazy” in the context of a conversation? How many times have you watched a television show where mental illness was utilized as a plot device to make a character seem unlikable or “bad.” Now, think about how many...
Ask anyone in Texas, and they’ll probably tell you there is no problem with opioids in their state. It’s the 13th happiest state to live in, the cost of living is enviably low, and at a state level, they are not the worst affected by drug abuse, especially when compared to states like West Virginia. With...
What happens to drug addicts during a super storm? When we saw this article last week in Rolling Stone magazine, it stopped us in our tracks. It really got us thinking about the mind of an addict. It was about what happens to people with substance use disorders are caught in the midst of natural disasters...
Did you know that some treatment centers offer pet friendly drug rehab programs? Awesome, right? Well, besides being awesome there are actually some pretty amazing benefits to bringing your fur baby to treatment with you. A Pet-Friendly Drug Rehab Can Have Profound Effects on Your Emotional State Addiction is an isolating disease and one of...
Continuing our awareness series on celebrities who have either overcome an addiction or are currently fighting one, The Discovery House takes a look at former NBA star Lamar Odom. Lamar Odom Odom’s NBA career began as the fourth overall pick in the 1999 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers. At 6’10”, his unique ability...
