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
Partying too many nights in a row during our college years …. Normal, yes! Staying out with friends and consuming too much alcohol, is tried by many people. Getting asked to try drugs – now, that is a different animal altogether. Drug addiction is like … Read more
Is it getting hot and saucy in here? Time to turn up the heat at this party or cool it down to subzero? Cocktails, slinky skirts, intellectual convos, and working with high-end elite, are what’s in the game. However, it tends to be the things … Read more
If a loved one struggling with substance abuse, it may not be easy to recognize the signs of drug use if you do not know what you are looking for. Without proper treatment, drug use can quickly turn into addiction. As a result, users may … Read more
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