Drugs & Addiction
August 21, 2017
Dealing with Depression in Addiction Recovery
While everyone has bad days, for most, that feeling eventually goes away. Relationships, work, and stressful situations can cause many to feel sad for a…
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August 7, 2017
Prescription Drugs Leading to Heroin Addiction
In recent years, new trends in substance abuse have emerged. In just six years, the number of people who tried heroin for the first time…
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May 31, 2017
The Opioid Epidemic | Facts & Stats
Drug overdoses are now responsible for more deaths than car accidents, and this trend shows no signs of stopping. Opioids and heroin are now the…
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May 30, 2017
What You Should Know About Medication-Assisted Treatment
There are many types of medications that can be used to ease the withdrawal process of opioid and alcohol addiction.The withdrawal symptoms associated with these…
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May 23, 2017
Using Non-Prescription Ritalin Affects Brain Chemistry
Use of medications like Ritalin has evolved into a culture of abuse with the intent to improve performance. Unsurprisingly, using a medication improperly can lead…
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May 2, 2017
Anxiety & Addiction | The Importance of Dual-Diagnosis Treatment
The paralyzing fear associated with anxiety disorders can make the temporary relief provided by drugs and alcohol seem appealing. For a moment, drugs and alcohol…
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April 25, 2017
Is Marijuana Addictive?
While those in favor of legalization often argue that marijuana is not addictive, there is no evidence to support this claim. As recreational use of…
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April 5, 2017
Medical Marijuana: How it Works
Marijuana has been used both recreationally and medically for thousands of years. While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not yet determined that…
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March 7, 2017
Where Can Young Adults Find Drug Addiction Help?
It takes a lot of courage for young adults to seek drug addiction help. Knowing where to start makes getting help easier. What Makes Teens…
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