If you or a loved one is in need of drug and alcohol treatment, the different levels of service can be overwhelming. There are many providers, all with varying treatment programs. They also have different treatment methods, pricing and insurance differences, and more. Where do you look for help? And how do you choose the…
Social media has a huge effect on adolescents. This is because social media has the ability to change how young people perceive drugs and interact with substances. Read more to learn about the relationship between social media and its effects on adolescents, and how parents can curb increased drug use through social media. Ways Around…
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that affects about 3-5% of the population. Studies show that substance abuse and bipolar disorder are closely related. Individuals who suffer from bipolar disorder are much more likely to suffer from alcohol and drug abuse. They are also much more likely to form a dependence on alcohol, drugs, and…
The first step to overcoming alcohol dependence or drug addiction is obvious. You should get professional help from a quality treatment facility sooner than later. But what about the next step, the one that follows initial treatment? The recovery process is a life-long and difficult pursuit. Therefore, many recovering addicts find both hope and comfort…
Denial is a part of addiction. Denial of the addiction problem also includes not being open and honest about the symptoms and the severity of alcohol and drug addiction. There are many reasons why people who struggle with addiction do not talk to physicians, family, or friends. One reason why is that they themselves do…
Everywhere that adolescents look on television, on billboards, in magazines, on the Internet, and the radio, they see messages about alcohol, sex, and drugs. They are constantly being exposed to these messages and are impacted by what they see, read, and hear. The things adolescents see in their every day lives may negatively affect their…
If you are considering helping a loved one treat an addiction problem, it is important to do your research. It is not wise to attempt to go through alcohol detoxification without the help of a doctor. Alcohol detoxification involves many risks. It is true that some people are able to go through the detox process safely.…
Dealing with an addiction in a friend or family member is difficult no matter what the situation. When that friend or family member is an adolescent, however, the difficulty and sadness may increase many times over. Many parents find themselves in this situation, especially if the kids are teenagers or college-aged. Parents can be torn…
A common phrase in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is “It Works If You Work It.” AA is one of the world’s most well attended 12 Step organizations and is the originator of many other 12 Step self-help programs. AA is responsible for the recovery of many recovering addicts. However, the program does not work for everyone.…
Cocaine, undisputedly, is one of the most addictive street drugs and is derived from the coca plant. Nearly 25 million Americans report using cocaine at least once. This illustrates the addictive power of cocaine. While cocaine is of the most commonly abused drugs, the myths about cocaine abuse vary. It is important to be aware…