Many people think that addiction happens due to someone being careless with the consumption of substances that are known to have a risk of addiction, as though it is basic irresponsibility. Unfortunately, some circumstances can throw a typically sober person into an addiction, such as surgery forcing a person to take pain pills for a…
Prescription medication is supposed to help get you well when your mind or body isn’t behaving. That is what we are taught. That is when they are taken as directed by the prescribing doctor. This is true for most medications. However, there are some that doctors prescribe that can be dangerous and even lead to…
Signs of drug addiction can be almost unnoticeable at first. In time, however, they become more pronounced. It’s not unusual for the loved ones of an individual to be among the first to experience the signs of addiction. Since they are the closest to an individual, they first notice the changes that are taking place…
When someone is stuck in a cycle of addiction, it can be difficult to see that there can be life outside of this cycle. Going through trial and error only to fall back into old habits can be incredibly discouraging. It can all but destroy one’s resolve and determination to forge a new path forward…
If you have a substance abuse disorder, it is much more of a problem when you fail to recognize why you need rehab. However, for many people, drug addiction treatment can be very beneficial in the recovery process. Finding a reputable drug rehab facility to help with your recovery is equally important if you want…
Any illegal use of methamphetamines qualifies as abuse. Commonly called meth, it is a hazardous and addictive drug. Interestingly, meth addiction can develop from the first time someone starts using the drug. Meth produces a rush of dopamine that gives the user a euphoric feeling. If you or a loved one is struggling with a…
Do you struggle with self-esteem? Not everyone is born with confidence in themselves. The environment and circumstances of your life may have contributed to low self-esteem where you may not think highly of yourself or have enough respect for who you are and what you’re capable of achieving. Yet, when a person displays signs of…