Category: Addiction

Drug and alcohol addiction is a serious problem that can affect anyone of any walk of life. Despite the ubiquity of such issues as well as the large amount of promotion for recovery options, it’s not always so easy to identify when you or a loved one might be struggling. Some issues are simply harder […]

Whenever a family member turns into drug and substance abuse, everyone tries to wonder why they would end up making such a choice in life. The best thing to understand is that substance abuse is a condition one can get over as long as he or she gets all the appropriate help. Family members play […]

Unfortunately, there has been noticed a concerning rising trend of substance abuse among teens and young adults from all over the world. Adolescent substance abuse is rising and spreading today at faster rates than ever before. Regardless of the efforts of parents, communities, and schools in educating teens about the negative effects of substance use, […]

Self-care has been a popular trending topic in the media. While emphasis may sometimes be placed more on appearances, the truth is that mental health plays a huge role as well in someone’s feelings of self-acceptance and self-worth. That is because finding joy in things can be difficult when a person is consumed with negative […]

The definitive first step toward addiction recovery is often debated by experts, practitioners, and those living in recovery.  The truth is that no one step exists because every case and every person seeking recovery is unique. Decades of research, observations, surveys, statistics, and interviews have led to general statements and some theories.  The important aspect […]

If you have found that you, or someone you love, is abusing a substance, the good news is that help is available. There are a variety of programs that aim to help you get sober, like inpatient drug rehab ohio, and then, remain sober. The type of program you choose to help you defeat your addiction […]

Although 86.4 percent of Americans over the age of 18 drink alcohol at some point during their lives, that’s not to say that every individual has the ability to drink responsibly. According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 15.1 million US adults had an alcohol use disorder. The prevalence of alcoholic […]

It’s no secret that we are in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Drug overdose rates have skyrocketed, shattering records in both 2016 and 2017 according to CDC estimates. Given the capacity of drug addiction to ruin (and end) lives, it’s critical that we understand what drives it. Education is key to prevent (and hopefully […]

When an addict refuses treatment it’s important to show some tough love. If you’re watching a loved one suffer from addiction, please know you’re not alone. In fact, nearly half of all Americans have a friend or family member who’s an addict. Watching someone close to you deteriorate under the influence of their addiction can […]

I am sure you have been hearing several detox methods- maybe your close friend has just shared with you how a new tea cleanse has managed to change his life or you have come across countless celebrities’ posts on different social media platforms praising the latest detox for their flat tummy.  Yes, all these might […]