Understanding drug abuse and rehab for women Did you know women are more likely to abuse prescription drugs than men, and they are more vulnerable to addiction? Concerning women, drug and alcohol abuse are both gender specific in how they affect the...
How to identify the signs and symptoms of meth abuse Long-term methamphetamine addiction can cause severe neurological and physical damage, which makes learning how to identify meth abuse signs and symptoms a critical skill for anyone with teens or loved ones who...
Spotting Hydrocodone Abuse Signs and Symptoms and Going About Treatment Hydrocodone is a prescription medication that just happens to be one of the most addictive substance on the market today. Due to its popularity and ease of availability through legally prescribed channels,...
Answers to Frequently Asked Question: How Long Does Codeine Withdrawal Last? Codeine is a versatile substance that is marketed as both a single-ingredient drug and in combination with other chemicals. The diversity of formulations and perceived safety makes codeine one of the most popular...
Bath Salt Treatment is Available to Combat the Physical and Mental Effects of the Designer Drug Drug abuse has long been an issue in society, however trends in popular drugs of abuse often change. In the past several years designer drugs have...
Choosing the right rehab facility for addiction recovery is very important. Familiarizing yourself with what to expect while in rehab will help make the process go easier. You should also be made aware of what part you play in your recovery process....
Many individuals whose lives could be restored by drug treatment often refuse help or don’t seek it out. Those who don’t often battle the disease indefinitely, try to stop drug use on their own or eventually die from the accumulated effects of...
January represents a time of new beginnings for many people, including those recovering from addiction. This January is also Self-Help Group Awareness Month. For many people in addiction recovery and their loved ones, connecting with support groups that enhance self-awareness and self-esteem,...
Opioid painkiller medications are similar to heroin and both are derived form the poppy plant. They have similar chemical structures and both bind to the same opioid receptors in the brain. They both create a feeling of euphoria in the user and...
When addiction enters a marriage it creates all kinds of problems that can destroy the marriage if the proper help isn’t sought. When a spouse is struggling with addiction, the other spouse may feel helpless and powerless to help their loved one....
