by Valiant | Jul 4, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
1. Drug abuse does not just impact the individuals who are using the drugs, this activity impacts everyone who comes into contact with the user or cares about the individual. 2. The cost of drug addiction in the USA and Canada is almost $1 trillion each year. This...
by Valiant | Jun 30, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
Alcohol poisoning is a serious condition, but would you recognize the signs of this deadly problem? If you need alcohol addiction treatment then you may have a large tolerance for alcohol, but if you are a binge drinker who does not drink daily or a teenager who is...
by Valiant | Jun 27, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
2. Music and art are both relaxing and enjoyable activities that help relieve stress. The saying that music soothes the savage beast is true, and listening to soothing music can help to calm you and eliminate pent up stress. Recovery is stressful to begin with, and...
by Valiant | Jun 23, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
Knowing some of the top stress management tips can help you during drug addiction recovery. When you are addicted to drugs and you attempt to stop the drug abuse you may experience high levels of stress and strong cravings, and it is important to understand how to...
by Valiant | Jun 20, 2014 | heroin use, Prescription drug abuse
Heroin abuse is a problem that is seen around the globe, and few countries have not experienced a rise in this activity. Heroin is a drug that is created from morphine using synthesis, and it originates in the opium poppy. Heroin abuse may take the form of snorting...
by Valiant | Jun 16, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
Are you an alcoholic? This is a big question, and one that you may need answered. There are many online tests and questions that can help you determine whether alcohol abuse treatment is needed. Some of the warning signs that you may have a problem with alcohol...
by Valiant | Jun 14, 2014 | Addiction treatment, designer drugs, Drug abuse
Question mark New designer drugs seem to be introduced monthly, and these are psychoactive compounds that may not technically be illegal according to Canadian or American drug laws but these substances can be deadly. Unlike prescription medications which are...
by Valiant | Jun 9, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, relapse prevention
It is very important that you are honest with any physician who treats you about any drug or alcohol abuse in your past. This will help the physician determine the best possible treatment for any medical condition that you have while minimizing the risks of certain...
by Valiant | Jun 6, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
There are many different substance abuse treatment options, but the most effective rehab programs will be different for each person. If you have addiction issues then it is important to understand what your substance abuse treatment options are so that you can make...
