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Drug Dependence Symptoms
July 26th, 2016General Signs And Symptoms Of Addiction Although the symptoms of drug dependence will vary depending on the substance used, there are a variety of symptoms that indicate a problem. Understanding these symptoms is useful if you aren’t sure what substance your loved one may be using. For example, anyone who suffers from drug dependence is […]
Carfentanil-Laced Heroin Abuse And Addiction
July 25th, 2016What Is Carfentanil? Carfentanil, which was formerly known under the commercial name Wildnil, was first synthesized in the early 1970s. It was produced for commercial applications as a general anesthetic for large animals. It was not created or intended for human use. The National Institutes of Health’s Open Chemistry Database explains that it “is an […]
Family Drug Rehab Programs
July 22nd, 2016Drug abuse and addiction affect every member of a family. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, friends and relatives often play a pivotal role in helping someone recover from addiction. Family therapy is an important component of the drug rehab process and can significantly strengthen the experience. Many drug addiction treatment centers understand […]
State and Federally Funded Drug Rehab Programs
July 20th, 2016While many suffer from substance abuse and addiction, not everyone seeks out treatment for their disorder or disease. Some are afraid to move to that next step while others do not think they can afford to get the help they need. But the truth is, there is help out there for everyone in any situation. […]
How To Get Help For Substance Abuse Without Insurance
July 18th, 2016Drug abuse affects millions of Americans every year. For the nearly 21.5 million Americans who suffered from a substance use disorder in 2014, it can be very tough to afford recovery treatments and services. Long-term drug abuse can wreak havoc on your entire life, with finances being one of the most damaged areas. The need […]
Rehab Centers For Couples Addicted To Drugs
July 15th, 2016Addiction is often a singular problem that affects one person and alienates them from their friends, family, and their romantic partner. However, when addiction impacts both partners in a relationship, you have a volatile situation that is rich with the intensity of love, hate, compulsion, co-dependency, and addiction. Often, it can be harder to beat […]
Elderly Drug And Alcohol Rehab Programs
July 14th, 2016It is worth knowing more about elderly substance abuse, including the severity of its impact and where it originates. In this way, you can make an informed decision on treatment, whether for yourself or a loved one. The Impact Is Shockingly Huge Elderly addiction is a complex problem and one that has devastated a large […]
Common Substance Abuse Behaviors
July 12th, 2016You may think you know someone. You may think you know someone so deeply and so meticulously that they could not get anything past you, especially not something so big as a drug or alcohol problem. There is no way your loved one, the person who you know so well, could possibly be suffering from […]
Mental Vs. Physical Withdrawal From Drugs And/Or Alcohol
July 8th, 2016Addiction is a complex problem, one that attacks a person both physically and mentally. As a result, people who plan on getting clean must also plan for a variety of physical and mental withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms are related to each other and feed on each other to elongate your addiction. Physical Withdrawal Symptoms Physical […]
Physical Signs Of Drug Use And Abuse
July 6th, 2016According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, drug addiction is a brain disease which affects someone’s emotional and physical health. Drug use starts in the brain and it may be difficult to determine if someone has a problem with drugs just by looking at them because they may already have an addiction or abuse […]
Understanding Polysubstance Use And Addiction
July 5th, 2016According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about 105 people die every day from drug overdoses in the U.S. In fact, drug overdoses kill more people than guns, falls, and car accidents. But fatal overdoses don’t just affect those who are addicted, and it is important to note that it is more dangerous and […]
Borderline Personality Disorder And Addiction
July 1st, 2016If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs, there is a chance that borderline personality disorder may be an influence. Upon diagnosis, understanding this disorder, its influence on addiction, and its treatment method is crucial to regaining control of your life and beating addiction for good. Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder Borderline personality is […]
