Morphine Addiction and Abuse: How Prevalent is it?
Opiate abuse in the United States is an immeasurably serious problem that affects all individuals in society in one way or another. One of the components of America’s opioid and drug problem is morphine. Morphine is a very strong ...
How to Rebuild Finances after Addiction
Substance abuse can take a toll on many aspect of a person’s life – family, friends, employment, personal health and romantic relationships can all suffer greatly as a result of addiction. If you have sought recovery and are able ...
Detox Options: What to Expect
If you or your loved one have made the decision to pursue detoxification to end substance abuse, you have a lot to be proud of. Addiction is a chronic disease that requires treatment like any other. There are many ...
The Dangers of Alcohol Withdrawal without Supervision
Alcohol is one of the most widely-abused substances among Americans, and a large part of this is because alcohol plays an integral role in celebrations and social norms. People mistakenly believe alcohol is not that dangerous just because it ...
Alcohol and Drinking on College Campus
Living Away from Home for the First Time Has Huge Temptations When young people move away from home for the first time, life suddenly resembles one huge party or experiment. It’s often the first time they haven’t had to ...
Overdose from Heroin Laced with Fentanyl
The recent rise in heroin and opioid related overdoses is largely blamed on the drug itself. While this seems like a reasonable conclusion for many, others have become aware of a new drug to hit the streets and realize ...
Why is Crystal Meth So Addictive?
Just as cocaine had risen to the top of the list of the most widely abused drug, there’s always a newer, cheaper, faster-working drug ready to take its place at the top of the list. Crystal meth is classified ...
Adderall Abuse and Long Term Effects
Adderall has found its way into society as a primary treatment for Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADD/ADHD. When this drug is used as prescribed for effective treatment, there is little chance for serious side ...
Signs of Heroin Use and Addiction
Heroin has a bad rap – and rightfully so. Its reputation often exceeds the actual facts when it comes to what most really know about the drug. What most people do know is that it’s highly addictive, but not ...
Prescription Drug Addiction Epidemic
Doctors prescribe drugs for specific purposes; typically to clear an infection or to manage pain. Abuse of prescription drugs occurs when the drugs are used in any way other than in the manner which the doctor prescribed. There are ...
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