Substance abuse and addiction affects millions of people across the country every year. Addiction creates serious problems within the family dynamic including financial hardship, divorce and domestic violence. Overcoming addiction is the best way to fix or prevent problems from arising. A person may or may not be willing to go into treatment and may Read More…
Crack is a highly addictive form of cocaine; it is also more potent than cocaine. Crack, since it is smoked, gives a quick and intense high. Crack cocaine is a benzoylmethylecgonine drug. It stimulates the system and gives a feeling of energy. Consuming crack after mixing it with other substances is a dangerous practice. The Read More…
American society is too dependent on pharmaceuticals. And with millions, this dependence transcends therapeutic use and turns into abuse. It is important that individuals gain awareness of how prescription painkillers are potentially harmful. Many prescription painkillers are opioids, which are a highly addictive class of drugs. Examples include hydrocodone and oxycodone. Painkillers are safe only Read More…
Teen prescription drug abuse is on the rise as is other drug and alcohol use. Parents who are alert to the signs and symptoms of potential drug use have a better chance at providing support and help to a teen. Find out what strategies exist for finding out whether a child or teenager is on Read More…
Crack cocaine use can lead to a lethal overdose for individuals with addiction. Crack intoxication typically follows three phases: early phase of stimulation, hyper-stimulation with possible tonic convulsions and a third phase of depression of the central nervous system. The symptoms of intoxication can be difficult to separate from signs of an overdose. Learn Read More…
Sobriety can be a time filled with fear, anxiety and worry for individuals new to recovery. It can also be a challenge for individuals who have been sober, relapsed and are trying to get back on track again. Alcoholism is a difficult disease to deal with, but it is possible to finally get (and Read More…
Meth can be ingested in multiple different ways, from smoking and snorting to injecting. But no matter how it is consumed, meth changes the way the brain works. Once that change has taken place, it’s much more difficult to stop meth use or even reduce consumption of the drug, which can result in withdrawal symptoms. Read More…
Alcohol is a drug which impacts the central nervous system. A depressant, alcohol slows down speech, movement and reaction time. Many people drink to experience a relaxing effect. Drinking can be a healthy, social experience. Large amounts consumed on a regular basis can lead to serious issues with a person’s health, social life and work, Read More…
It is possible that you may become physically dependent on Vicodin even when you take the drug for therapeutic purposes. A schedule of one Vicodin 5/500 tablet taken every four hours for a period of 13 days may result in physical dependence. Vicodin is an opioid and once you’re habituated to the drug, you are Read More…
One way to prevent relapse is to resolve feelings of guilt in recovery. It is important to learn how best to deal with setbacks which can send a person into relapse. Explore ways to deal more effectively with setbacks in recovery and how it can help prevent relapse. Relapse vs. Setbacks Relapse is often Read More…
