Alcoholism is a type of addiction that is characterized by the abuse of alcohol. It is known as a progressive disease, which means that it worsens over time. It is one of the most common forms of addiction in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism in 2019 14.5 […]
Normally, individuals who abuse meth will eventually experience psychosis. Psychosis is usually a terrifying and dangerous condition, and is one of the worst consequences of amphetamine abuse. Meth induced psychosis, a mental state in which individuals experience unclear thoughts, hallucinations, false beliefs, and paranoia. If you or a loved one is suffering from a meth […]
Narcan is not used for alcohol. It is the brand name for the drug Naloxone, a drug used to treat opioid overdoses. Narcan is sometimes confused with Naltrexone (Vivitrol), a drug used in alcohol treatment, to avert cravings and aid in the recovery process. Naltrexone alcohol treatment helps people suffering from alcohol use disorder. Drinking […]
If you have developed an addiction to fentanyl it can seem impossible to face the withdrawal process. Opiate addiction, of any kind, causes intense physical dependency. Users often find themselves needing more of the drug more often, which leads to a vicious cycle. The more an individual becomes addicted to opiates, the worse the withdrawal […]
There are currently more than 159 millions full-time American workers, and about 65% of them drink. About half of them are social drinkers, but some people are unable to control how often they drink. Alcoholism in the workplace is expensive. Companies spend billions of dollars each year trying to deal with employees who drink too […]
People who are addicted to drinking are more likely to smoke cigarettes. Nicotine boosts the pleasure of drinking, and alcohol increases the desire to smoke. Combining them makes people feel even better about drinking and smoking. However, if you decide to quit both, it may be hard because you're trying to quit two substances at […]
As a parent, you know that you are bound to face a number of challenges when it comes to raising your children. Some issues may be small and easily remedied, while others may be much more complex and require more attention. One of the most distressing experiences a parent can have is watching their child […]
There are several barriers to getting addiction treatment despite it being as readily available as it is. In many instances, individuals can get caught in the denial and/or hesitancy of needing addiction treatment, which is what keeps them from getting the care they need. In other cases, some individuals may want to get professional help […]
It is not that uncommon to see a family with several members addicted to drugs or alcohol. In fact, it is more in the lines of the norm than not. Grown men and women with drug or alcohol addiction go on to have children who then become predisposed to developing an addiction later in life. […]
The effects of addiction on family members can be extensive and destructive. Millions of homes are filled with families where addiction is impacting them on a regular basis, leaving battle wounds for everyone exposed to it. When addiction is occurring directly in the family, it is not only the addict who is suffering. Addiction is […]