Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances in the United States. As a legal controlled substance, alcohol is easier to obtain than any other illicit depressant. While alcohol is commonly used in many social settings, not everyone who consumes alcohol struggles with alcohol abuse or alcoholism. When alcohol begins to negatively impact a person's life and relationships, it is more likely … [Read more...]
Blebb: A New Treatment for Methamphetamine Addiction
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, approximately 1.2 million, which .4 percent of the U.S. population, reported using methamphetamine and 440,000 people reported using meth within the month of being polled. Meth is cheap and can be made at home which allows the spread of it to be very easy and affect rural and middle-class areas. Also, methamphetamine accounted for 103,000 … [Read more...]
Do Alcohol and Memory Loss Go Hand-in-Hand?
Alcohol consumption can produce a large number of side effects including blurred vision, slurred speech and loss of coordination. It is also known to cause impaired memory which may occur as a result of a blackout. All of these side effects typically present within one or two drinks and will fade when drinking stops; however, long-term alcohol abuse can produce side effects that persist long … [Read more...]
Warning Signs That Someone You Know is Addicted to Painkillers
Countless individuals in the United States use prescription medication to relieve pain stemming from a variety of ailments, including headaches, menstrual cramps, and injuries. While these medications are incredibly effective in treating these ailments, they may cause adverse effects that can turn into dependency and addiction. Even when taken as prescribed, an individual may begin to develop a … [Read more...]
The Current Threat of Legal Synthetic Drugs
Countless synthetic drugs are used recreationally in the United States and other parts of the world, and synthetic drug abuse has grown exponentially in recent years for a variety of reasons. Often referred to as “legal highs,” synthetic drugs are made by chemists who avoid legal repercussions because of their ability to alter formulas and avoid arrest. By changing the formula to include compounds … [Read more...]
The Best of Us | Get to Know Sober College
This video perfectly captures the spirit of Sober College. Clients, who range between the ages of 18 and 26, are treated in a unique and fun way. Focusing not just on the sobriety of our clients, although that is of utmost importance, Sober College also recognizes that adjusting to the real world after treatment is just as hard as getting clean and in doing so Sober College equips its clients with … [Read more...]
Healthy (Safe) Alternatives to Alcohol For Stress Management & Coping
When alcohol is abused, environmental triggers and emotionally stressful situations become connected to alcohol use. Over time, the use of alcohol itself becomes a stressor, which creates a cycle of abuse. It is common for individuals to use alcohol as a means of self-medication, but this often worsens the problem and the person’s condition. Dual-diagnosis addiction treatment is the most effective … [Read more...]
Turning 21: With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility
Turning 21 is a milestone almost all adolescents look forward to reaching. Just as teens count down the days until they turn 16 and then count down the days until they turn 18, turning 21 is a highly anticipated event. On their 21st birthday, young adults become legally able to consume alcohol with new venues and experiences open to them. Most young adults celebrate this milestone with what many … [Read more...]
The War on Drugs and Its Influence
As a multi-billion dollar business, the drug trade from Mexico stands as one of America’s biggest obstacles. The main source of money for these criminal and disgusting organizations that kill people by the thousands and contribute to the corruption of the Mexican government is the buyer who buys the drugs from them. Although it may not be direct, everyday people who indulge in taking drugs … [Read more...]