If a loved one has just recovered from drug or alcohol abuse or addiction, it is important for you to be able to identify any signs of relapse so that you can help the person take corrective action right away. Here are the common relapse … Read more
Alcoholism or alcohol use disorder is a disease that develops gradually and progresses over time. Slowly, it takes over the person’s life – from their health to their finances, relationships, and mental health. While the progression of alcoholism may not be easily visible, some clear … Read more
Marijuana abuse is far more common than people realize and affects almost 4 million citizens of the United States of America each and every year. Cannabis use has increased significantly in the USA as it has become legal in more and more states. But as this decriminalization occurs, so does the incidence of cannabis use disorder increased. How do you identify if you have an issue with marijuana abuse and what is available for people with this disorder?
There is a difference between drug addiction and dependence that is important to understand. Although some use these words interchangeably, the preferred term is now “Substance use disorder”.
Prescription drug abuse is defined as the use of prescription medication in a way not intended by the prescribing doctor. This type of substance abuse may become ongoing and compulsive, despite the patient-facing its negative effects in life.
Addicts are commonly seen as people who have hit rock-bottom, maybe from poor income dysfunctional households or school dropouts. We tend to think that we would quickly recognize an addict when we see one. This is not always true. There are many people who are … Read more
Stress and drinking are a toxic combination that has somehow gained social acceptance. People who claim to experience high levels of stress admit that they drink more frequently than others. The same is true of people with anxiety and depression. Does Stress cause Alcoholism? While … Read more
Why would anyone want to tiptoe through life, as if it’s a full-fledged cocktail blur? Getting drunk daily, probably doesn’t sound so appealing to those of us that are not alcoholics. Neither does waking up craving the next liquid courage binge or nightly sweats … Read more
Accepting that they are addicted is very hard for most addicts and going to a rehab, even harder so. It means making a huge change in their life which can be scary. But if your loved one go on abusing drugs, there may be no … Read more
Alcohol Dependence VS Alcohol Abuse: Late nights partying at the club – is ok, every now and again. Going to the occasional dinner gathering or holiday event, where alcohol is overconsumed, perfectly fine. However, when the line is crossed into alcohol dependence vs alcohol abuse, … Read more
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