Halloween is a holiday that brings out the kid in everyone. However, there’s one problem: it also can bring out old habits or familiar behavior in addicts. It’s not unusual for an addict to struggle and use alcohol or drugs during this time of year, even if they don’t usually do so. So what can …
Drug addiction is a chronic and relapsing disorder that can be life-threatening if proper intervention is not provided immediately. Knowing the general signs of drug addiction can help save a loved one from immense pain and suffering. The harmful consequences directly impact a person’s health, job, school, and social relationships. The initial step in drug …
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Addiction is all around us. It is in our workplaces, our homes, and our families. Addiction treatment is available, and a better life is attainable! Living in a time when we are forced to self-isolate to protect our health has brought additional stress to those who are fighting to stay clean and have already been …
Addiction is a serious condition that affects every aspect of a person’s life and their community. In the United States, approximately 23 million people live with addiction.[1] Each person has their own journey with addiction. There is no accurate way to predict perfectly who will become addicted to drugs and who will not. While one …
Addiction affects over 21 million Americans every year.[1] Unfortunately, this means that addiction is common. However, this does not mean that addiction is not a serious issue that requires intensive treatment. Substance abuse is a chronic disease of the brain that is very difficult to recover from on your own. Thankfully, with dedication and proper …
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Alcohol is the most commonly abused mood and mind-altering substance in the U.S. More than 85% of adults report drinking at some point in their lifetime and more than half of American adults drink alcohol each month.[1] Although alcohol is involved in many popular American pastimes and is often viewed as a socially acceptable part …
According to research published by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), 85.6% of people ages 18 and up reported they had drank alcohol in their lifetime. Further, 54.9% reported drinking in the past month.[1] While most adults have drank and more than half of adults drink regularly, not everyone who drinks is …
Cocaine is a highly addictive drug that can heighten activity in the body, including heart rate, blood pressure, alertness, and energy. The most commonly used form of the drug is a white powder which is found in the leaves of the Erythroxylon Coca plant and has been used in South America for hundreds of years. …
People who are prescribed Xanax are usually instructed to limit their alcohol intake. This is because of the known interaction between the two substances. Xanax and alcohol affect the same areas of the brain and depress the central nervous system. When abused, they can produce serious adverse side effects, some of which are potentially fatal. …