There is a severe problem in United States these days, with drugs and alcohol. This especially affects our teenagers in a much more adverse way as adults. One reason for this is because, while adults have their brains mostly already developed, a teenager’s brain is in...
One good thing to realize when it comes to treatment for substance abuse, is the fact that drug treatment is not 100% successful. No treatment is. The success rate for Substance Use Disorders is based a lot on the motivation of the individual seeking the treatment....
Just like any other medical problem, it is best to go to a place which has the greatest level of experience and expertise, in order to receive the best care. There are specialists who work with patients with Addictive Diseases. They are called: Addictionologists. In...
Anyone addicted to opiates has experienced the challenges of withdrawal to some extent or another. The longer the addicted person goes without the use of an opiate the more significant the opiate withdrawal symptoms he or she will experience. While not typically life...
In many cases, it’s family and friends who identify drug use and attempt to get their loved ones the help they need to overcome their addiction. However, in order to identify the presence of heroin abuse, it’s critical for individuals to be aware of what to look for....
