Overcoming substance abuse or drug addiction is easier said than done, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. While you can’t change the past, individuals can do what’s necessary to change the present – which has a way of forging and shaping your future however you see fit.  When a patient is dedicated and committed to […]

Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused and available substances in the world – in fact, 86% of people above the age of 18 have had alcohol at least once in their lifetime, and 26% of those over 18 report binge drinking at least once every month.  Did you know that 14.5 million people […]

Cocaine use dates back thousands of years when the indigenous people of South America would chew on coca leaves for energy. By 1860, cocaine was isolated from the plant and was lauded as a magical substance for the next 60 years – being used medically and recreationally.  In the early-1900s, scientists started to see the […]

Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder characterized by soaring highs and devastating lows. It is not curable, but it can be managed with the proper medications and therapies.  Unfortunately, not everyone reaches out for the help they need. They may feel their condition isn’t bad enough, they may be avoiding social stigmas, or they may […]

We all know how dangerous it is to do drugs. It can damage your health and your relationships with others, and it can cause legal issues, financial issues, and more. But the worst thing that can happen is you can overdose.  An overdose occurs when you take more of a drug than your body can […]

Drinking problems come in many shapes and sizes. Some people drink continually every day, while others binge drink. Binge drinking may not seem as bad as other drinking habits because people who indulge don’t drink as often. But it can be just as dangerous or more dangerous than those who drink regularly. Read on to […]

When it comes to illicit drugs, the longer you do them, the more severe and long-lasting your symptoms will be. That’s why it’s important to kick addiction as soon as possible. So, what are the signs of long-term drug abuse? Read on to find out. What are the Signs of Addiction? Let’s start by identifying […]

When a person checks into rehab, their time there is often looked at as the main part of their recovery. But the truth is that after a person checks out of rehab, they have a long road ahead of them. They must put in much effort to maintain sobriety once they get back to the […]

The use of cocaine dates back to the late 1800s. It experienced a surge in the 1970s and 1980s, and it is still popular today.  But the fact that it is popularly used does not make it any less dangerous. It is highly addictive, and it can even be deadly. This article will review the […]

Addiction is not easy to overcome. One of the reasons it is so difficult to fight is because it leads to withdrawal symptoms.  When a person uses a drug for an extended period, their body becomes used to having it in its system. When the drug is not in the system, it responds by producing […]