How to Stop Drug Abuse
Learning how to stop drug abuse in your home and within your family can be challenging. One of the most critical decisions is knowing when to seek help. Drugs change how the brain works, making it nearly impossible for a …
Drug Abuse
5 Surprising Facts About Oxycodone Abuse
Curious to know some oxycodone abuse facts? Here is a primer on what you need to know about this prescription painkiller and why its use is potentially harmful.
Signs of Nasal Damage from Snorting Heroin
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 …
What Is Lean?
You may have heard of “purple drank” or “lean” and are wondering what “lean” is and how it’s similar to “purple drank.” These are terms that are now being used rather commonly by younger people. If you are hearing about …
5 Reasons People Start to Abuse Drugs
Addiction does not discriminate. For many reasons, it can happen to anyone at any age and at any time. Understanding these reasons is key to getting to the root of addiction and treating it, and avoiding these triggers is vital …
Does Childhood Abuse Have an Inpact on Drug Abuse?
Childhood abuse can play a significant role in drug abuse later in life. Drug abuse is a common problem among people who have been abused as children. It is estimated that as many as one in three adults who were …
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Common Street Drugs in Texas
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, …
5 Reasons to Never Touch Alcohol or Drugs
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 …
The Dangers of Over-the-Counter Drug Abuse
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 …
How to Keep Your Job Before, During and After Treatment
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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