Addiction does not discriminate; it can happen to anyone at any age and at any time, and for a multitude of reasons. Understanding these reasons is key to getting to the root of an addiction and treating it, and avoiding …
Heroin may be most well-known for its association with injections and needles, but people struggling with addiction may also resort to snorting heroin. Snorting heroin can provide a quick, intense high that people who are addicted to it crave. Snorting …
The use of street drugs is on the rise in Texas, which is cause for alarm. These drugs are often more potent and dangerous than those that doctors prescribe legally. They are often available in many forms, including pills, powders, …
Drug and alcohol use is commonplace, to the point that those who don’t drink are often interrogated as to the reasons why. This is despite the many risks associated with drug and alcohol use, both short-term and long-term. While activities …
Many teens and even some parents wrongly believe that medications which can be purchased without a prescription are practically harmless. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications are safe when taken according to the package directions. However, even legal and readily accessible drugs and …
As a professional and someone who generally has their life together, recognizing that you have an alcohol or drug addiction can be complicated. You may use substances recreationally for some time before realizing that you no longer feel in control …
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What is polysubstance abuse? Polysubstance abuse describes a disorder that involves more than one chemical substance. If you mix alcohol with benzos, for instance, you may be struggling with a polysubstance use disorder and may need to seek a prescription drug …
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No matter where you work, sharing your workplace with someone who shows signs of being a drug user can be distressing and worrisome. Whether it’s your co-worker, assistant, or boss who shows these signs of addiction, it can disrupt your …
A substantial number of people who go into a drug center program in Texas will relapse back into active substance use at least once before they establish lasting sobriety. A drug abuse relapse does not generally appear out of the …
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Public health specialists, doctors, and experts divide addictive substances into two broad categories when discussing the signs of substance use disorder. These categories include drugs (including prescription medications) and alcohol. The core signs of addiction for all of these substances …