Saturday, May 18, 2024
Drug addiction is a major problem for many Americans, and Los Angeles makes no exception. They live their lives under the weight of the monster that demands them to make terrible sacrifices just to satisfy the hunger of addiction. Many people have lost their jobs, families, and their homes to […]
Over the years with more and more drugs and narcotics being present in the streets, rehab has become somewhat of a luxury service. Let us all go back to the beginning of 2017 to understand the extent and reach of drugs, and their legitimization, that has taken place over the […]
In a world where addiction is high on the list of socio-economic problems, treatment centers are popping up in every major city and many in outlying towns and villages as well. From drugs to food to gambling to sex, it seems as though we are living in a society that […]
When facing drug charges in Arizona, it’s crucial to know your rights and understand the legal process ahead. Drug offenses can carry severe penalties, and navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system can be overwhelming. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on what to […]
60% of the people who remain sober after Alcohol Use Disorder treatment can avoid relapsing for life. However, getting to that point is challenging. 2/3rd of the people who sign up for substance abuse treatment relapse before completing their program. 85% relapse after the treatment, which is where post-rehab recovery […]
The initial step to beat chronic drug use is to accept that you have an issue and choose to make a move. Most of the people struggling with drug use seem to not accept the fact that they have a problem. They seem to perceive their drug use as something […]
It can be difficult to know what to do when a friend or loved one has an addiction. However, there are many ways that you can help them get treatment and recovery. Here are the top seven ways that friends and family members can help those struggling with addiction. 1. […]
There are numerous reasons why people take drugs. They may be using them for recreational purposes or to manage pain. When it comes to managing pain, these pills get consumed in a controlled manner before being discontinued. Taking drugs is inherently not wrong but becomes an issue when drugs get […]
It may start with a few beers or a pill to ease your pain. You know addiction is a possibility, but never think it can happen to you. You have everything under control, until you don’t. This script plays out over and over with different characters and substances. However, it’s […]
Heroin is a highly popular recreational opioid drug, commonly used to treat patients in a medical setting. Known as diamorphine, the drug is used to relieve pain or in opioid substitutional therapy. However, outside of medically supervised settings, heroin abuse is, unfortunately, damaging the lives of many individuals across the […]
Recovering from an addiction is a serious issue. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, patience, inner strength and the proper amount of support from friends, family and medical professionals in order for proper recovery to occur. With that said, recovering from an addiction is easier in a place […]
Every year, it seems, drug companies come up with new drugs to help addicts fight their addictions to alcohol, tobacco, and narcotics. But do these drugs work? Are they dangerous? In one of the more ironic wrinkles in medical history, are they addicting? The quick answer to these questions is […]