AA AND REHABILITATION CAN IMPROVE RECOVERY
You are at home getting ready to sit down and relax with your favorite T.V. hour. At this time, you normally head to the kitchen and make yourself that go to concoction that takes the edge off the day. Thoughts of whiskey and vodka flood your mind as you realize you miss that favorite drink […]
THE SAD TRUTH ABOUT THE LIVES OF ADDICTS
Although we might try to extend a helping hand and do as much as we can for them, sometimes, addicts do tend to make us angry. While that is certainly understandable (for the most part), you have to remember that these people are suffering from a mental illness and do not have control over what […]
HOW MUCH DOES SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION COST OUR SOCIETY?
Besides the massive scale of the Opioid Crisis (estimated at 2.1 million addicts), the problems with total drug use and addiction in the United States is exceptionally severe. Although marijuana has recently become integrated into legal markets over the past few years, keep in mind that a large portion of illegal drugs are still creeping […]
BEING OPEN ABOUT YOUR RECOVERY
One of the greatest reasons to share your decision to cut back or to stop drinking is to gain the support of those closest to you. A strong support network can go a long way in helping you accomplish your goals, and reduce or eliminate your alcohol consumption, especially at the start of your recovery. […]
ADDICTION TO NEURONTIN
Neurontin is a prescription painkiller that is a member of the drug class, Gabapentinoids. It is mainly used to treat restless leg syndrome, hot flashes, epilepsy, and neuropathic pain. Usually it is used as a less addictive alternative to opioids; however, Neurontin abuse and addiction still occurs in many patients. Neurontin’s chemical structure is similar […]
HOW METHAMPHETAMINE INTERFERES WITH YOUR PERSONAL LIFE
People who are addicted to meth or any other substance will have a hard time maintaining personal relationships. But exactly how does Methamphetamine affect your life? There are two main reasons for this phenomenon. Lack of Healthy Self Esteem The first and foremost issue is the fact that anyone who is seriously addicted to a […]
WHAT DOES A HEROIN ADDICT LOOK LIKE?
Typically, when you think of a heroin addict, a certain picture pops into your head of what their appearance and behavior should look like. However, not every heroin user lives on the streets with an unhygienic mien, or scabs on their body. In fact, very few of them do; heroin is a drug that allows […]
DOES REHAB NOT WORK?
Returning to a drug inducing environment – Does rehab not work? People have a safe place when it comes to drug treatment facilities. It is a structured environment where the staff is around to help with any urgent or emergent needs regularly. Food is provided, a strict schedule is kept for sleep, work, and treatment, […]
ZAC EFRON SPEAKS ABOUT HIS STRUGGLE WITH DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
Being at the center of the public spotlight certainly has its ups and downs, and child and teen stars are probably the best examples of these fluctuating “new faces.” Try to imagine the difficulties you faced during your younger years (if you are an older adult) and throw Hollywood glam, tight filming schedules, pushy agents, […]
DO NOOTROPICS WORK?
How do Nootropics work exactly? Cognitive enhancers, also known as “nootropics,” are used for their cognitive benefits such as improved memory, increased mental alertness, and improved concentration, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation of Australia. These cognitive enhancers sometimes also improve physical factors such as energy levels. Some of these are pharmaceutical drugs that […]