According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, alcoholism is the third biggest cause of deadly diseases in the nation. But how do you know if you have alcoholism? The following criteria from addiction treatment centers can help…
Both mental health challenges and addiction can be immensely complex and difficult to understand. Researchers are still working to expand our knowledge of these issues and there is much we still need to learn and discover. It's believed that mental…
The Addiction Center reports that addiction is the cause of thousands of deaths in the United States each year. Not only this but addiction can affect one's physical health in several ways that can lead to death. Whether you are…
Addiction can happen to anyone. Whether you've developed a dependency on alcohol, hard drugs, or pharmaceuticals, trust and believe that you are not alone. Many others are dealing with the same problem, and you have many resources that can help…
Drug addiction is an ongoing issue among adults. An estimated 21,000 had used heroin between 2014 and 2015, and 5,000 were still using at the time. An additional 6,000 adults had heroin use disorder in 2014. Widespread substance abuse is…
On a daily basis, we go through millions of emotions. Some find ways to manage it, while others use drugs and alcohol as a coping mechanism. In most cases, addicts combine alcohol and drugs for synergistic effects. According to the…
Alcohol abuse continues to be a persistent societal issue. According to industry sources, 47% of patients admitted to emergency rooms for injuries tested positive for alcohol and 35% of them were intoxicated. 75% of those emergency room patients also displayed…
Dealing with addiction is difficult and can be overwhelming. Luckily, local help is available, but you may not know when to seek it out. Read on to know when to visit a local addiction doctor. 1. Losing Control Over Your…
Drug withdrawal can range from sleeplessness to fever, goosebumps, and more severe withdrawal symptoms. According to the CDC, 95% of people who go through detox and withdrawal without medical support will relapse. You don't, and you shouldn't go through the…
Methadone is a safe, effective, and evidence-based treatment for opioid addiction. It has been an approved medical maintenance therapy option in the United States since the 1960s and has helped countless people struggling with substance use disorder. The benefits of…
