Entries by Adam

Rehab Options for Alcoholics

Alcohol is one of the most addictive and lethal substances impacting millions nationwide, yet it’s persistently viewed as a nonissue. While alcohol-related deaths continue to surge, many remain ambivalent about the seriousness of alcohol abuse, its impact on the quality of life, and its severe health consequences. Rehab options for alcoholics make it possible for […]

Substance Abuse Disorder Symptoms

Today, substance use disorder (SUD) afflicts over 21 million Americans and continues an upward trajectory. As a complex behavioral and brain disease, addiction doesn’t simply impact overall mental and physical health, but it also can take control of all aspects of life. Unfortunately, the downward spiral of substance abuse often occurs without warning. Consequently, it […]

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Is My Son an Alcoholic?

If there’s a surefire way of protecting your son from the dangerous effects of alcohol abuse, addiction would undoubtedly be less of a problem for many families. However, there’s no silver bullet, and alcohol abuse continues to plague many households nationwide. Parents may assume their son’s alcohol consumption may correct itself with time. The truth […]

When to Go to Rehab

Right this minute, at least 21 million Americans are battling dependency to alcohol, pain pills, benzos, heroin, and other substances. Most will never seek help. The Addiction Center estimates that about 10% of individuals with substance use disorder will enter rehab – meaning nearly 19.1 million go without any treatment. It seems that factors blocking […]

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Is Phenibut Safe?

With changing times and increasing demands of work and school, there’s an opportunity within the dietary supplements industry to capitalize on products that offer brain boosts. It seems everyone is after the newest supplement that can potentially optimize physical or cognitive abilities. In recent years, American’s are more frequently searching for powders and tablets that […]

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Barbiturate Abuse & Risks

In 2020, barbiturates aren’t making headlines the way they used to. At its peak, this class of prescription medications was responsible for the deaths of some of the world’s most celebrated musicians including Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Elvis Presley, plus on-screen celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland. Since then, they’ve largely been replaced […]

18 Facts About Alcohol Abuse

Alcoholism is perhaps one of the most misunderstood forms of addiction. Unlike other dangerous substances, alcohol is perfectly legal, widely accessible, and socially acceptable. However, alcohol abuse not only drastically impacts individuals and their family’s, but it also creates a lasting social impact on the community. Disturbing truths are revealed about alcohol addiction, especially its […]

Chasing the Dragon: Heroin Addiction

Drug abuse and dependency claim the lives of tens of thousands of American’s every year. The nation’s opioid epidemic has quickly spiraled into a much more complicated and deadly drug overdose epidemic. In the past few years, about 80% of people attributed their heroin use to prescription opioid abuse. While prescription rates are falling, opioid […]

Is My Drinking a Problem?

Unlike using illicit drugs, drinking alcohol is widely considered an acceptable social activity. Many American’s drink with friends on weekends, at home, or even at certain work functions. Consuming alcohol occurs frequently enough that it can be difficult to decipher when someone has lost control. Consider the question: is my drinking a problem? There are […]

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Fear of Recovery

The loss of control due to substance use is initially debilitating and can create chaos in day-to-day life. However, the habits and behaviors of addiction can eventually come to feel routine. For many, despite its adverse consequences, it provides comfort and familiarity. As a result, interrupting the cycle of substance abuse with treatment intervention is […]