Understanding the difference between drinking a bit too much and alcoholism is hard to do. Many people engaging in alcohol abuse believe they can control it and that they don’t need to change. Yet, when you realize you have a drinking problem, you can then take steps to get help. That help can change the…
If you or someone you know is struggling to manage a cocaine addiction, you understand just how dangerous this addiction can be. Cocaine is one of the most common addictions in the world. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most deadly. If someone you know has developed a cocaine addiction, it is important to…
If you are someone you love is having a hard time controlling his or her drinking, understand that other people are going through the same situation. Alcoholism is one of the most common substance abuse issues in the country. Alcohol can be addictive, and it can be a challenge for people to stop drinking. The…
Substance abuse and addiction are among the biggest problems facing the healthcare system today. Therefore, if you are struggling to control alcohol use, drug use, or anything else, understand that you are not alone. You are a strong, independent person, and you would probably like to break free from the bonds of addiction on your…
When people talk about drug abuse, they are often talking about substances such as marijuana, cocaine, and heroin. Unfortunately, a lot of people enter the world of drug abuse due to prescription medications. For example, some people might end up taking hydrocodone, oxycodone, Percocet, or Vicodin and could end up getting hooked on them. One…
There are a lot of people who struggle with drug abuse and addiction. If you or someone you know struggles with drug abuse and addiction, understand that you are not alone. Drug abuse and addiction have the potential to destroy someone’s life. Unfortunately, a lot of people end up suffering from drug abuse as a…
When people think about substance abuse and addiction, they usually think about their impact on the individual. Even though the impacts of mental health issues on the individual cannot be overstated, they are far from the only person impacted by this difficult situation. Friends and family members are also adversely impacted when someone they know…
If you feel like you were having difficulty quitting alcohol or drugs, you are not alone. The reality is that countless people across the country are all having trouble breaking free from the bonds of addiction. One of the reasons why is the development of something called post-acute withdrawal syndrome. The withdrawal symptoms stemming from…
During active addiction, many individuals struggle with relationships, their responsibilities, and their overall health. Sometimes families have torn apart because of the actions, inactions, emotions, and statements made during addiction. When you step into therapy, family support becomes important to long-term recovery. Moving from a difficult period of addiction towards healing requires the use of…
Physical dependence is often misunderstood. It is common for a person with substance abuse to want to stop using drugs only to find it nearly impossible to just stop on their own. Willpower is not enough. The reason for this is because of the changes that occur in the brain after long-term abuse. If you…