When we talk about an “epidemic,” we often think of it as something that doesn’t affect all of us. Regarding the heroin epidemic, in particular, it’s tempting to think of it as a problem relegated to specific groups. But the numbers say otherwise. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heroin…
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has reported that in 2016 alone, almost one million Americans used heroin. And those numbers do not appear to be going down. Heroin addiction has tripled in the last ten years, and researchers have linked it to the current opioid epidemic. These are only some of the reasons…
Common Myths About Drugs There is a great deal of misinformation circulating about drugs and the people who do them. This is due to a variety of reasons. But, regardless of the reasons why there is false information, it is important to know the real facts. Without the truth, people will have a harder time…
More than 40 million Americans over the age of twelve suffer from chronic substance use disorders. That is an incredible 1 in every 7. To put this in perspective, this constitutes a greater number than those who have cancer, diabetes, or even heart disease. Of course, each person suffering from addiction is different and will…
We tend to associate the holiday season with positive things: time away from work, time with family, homecooked meals, and a little bit of a break from our everyday obligations. But for many, time outside of our daily routines, more time with family, and the added expense of the holidays can mean added tension, anxiety,…
Xanax is one of the most widely prescribed drugs in the United States. It’s designed to help people with symptoms of and issues related to panic disorder and anxiety. It has also become a drug people take for situational anxiety, such as fear of flying. Due to the effects and how easy it is to…
Typically, when the general public thinks about addiction, they tend to think of it as one, all-encompassing issue. Many people don’t realize that there are different types of addiction, and that addiction isn’t limited to just harmful substances. When it comes to different types of drug addiction, various addiction treatment programs are necessary to achieve…
Before the opioid crisis hit the United States, prescription opioids were commonly prescribed to treat anything from chronic pain to post-surgery pain relief. However, as these substances grew in popularity, they also led to increases in dependence and addiction. Many people received OxyContin, and thus struggled to manage Oxycontin side effects they experienced. What Is…
One of the most dangerous and addictive substances in the United States today is heroin. Heroin is an opioid that is derived from the poppy plant. It has similar properties to morphine, oxycodone, and codeine. Many people seek out heroin and other opioids because of their pleasurable and pain-relieving effects. However, many people do not…
When an individual struggles with substance addiction, they frequently also have a mental health disorder. It is not uncommon for addiction to develop alongside another condition. When addiction and mental health disorders appear together, they are called co-occurring disorders. There are several types of co-occurring disorders, and it is important to find a qualified dual…