by Valiant | Mar 22, 2013 | designer drugs, Drug abuse, mental illness and disorders
Designer drugs have been in the news a lot in the last few years, but what are these substances and why are they dangerous? These are drugs that have been chemically altered. In order to circumvent the current laws against a drug the individual changes the chemical...
by Valiant | Mar 21, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
Many people never stop to question how sober a lawyer is though, and that can be a big mistake. There have been reports of attorneys in New York and other areas who have accepted cocaine and other illegal street drugs in exchange for legal representation, and then...
by Valiant | Mar 20, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
It is not unheard of for a pilot to show up for work drunk or under the influence of illegal drugs though. In the last few years there have even been news reports of pilots arrested because they were unfit to operate the plane. These professionals are prohibited by...
by Valiant | Mar 19, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, drug policies, Prescription drug abuse
When it comes to nursing the rate of substance abuse and addiction is believed to be higher than those seen in the general population. There are a number of reasons why these professionals may be prone to addiction and the abuse of drugs or alcohol. Job stress...
by Valiant | Mar 18, 2013 | Addiction treatment, advances in technology, arrests for substance abuse, mental illness and disorders
When it comes to treatment for substance abuse and addiction an executive rehab may be the best choice for professionals from many different fields. Doctors, lawyers, nurses, pilots, and others who have a high stress and high responsibility career are typically more...
by Valiant | Mar 17, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, arrests for substance abuse, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
A surprising number of study results are showing that physicians are at least as likely to develop substance abuse issues as the general population, and many suspect that the rate of addiction and dependence among these medical professionals is even higher than what...
by Valiant | Mar 16, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, drug policies, Prescription drug abuse
One of the often overlooked populations when it comes to substance abuse and addiction is the men and women who serve our country. The rate of substance abuse among active and retired service members is usually higher than what is found in the general population, and...
by Valiant | Mar 14, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
Older people may have less of a tolerance for drugs and alcohol, and this has been seen with prescription medications and over the counter products. This age group also typically takes certain medications to treat common medical problems that occur as we age. These...
by Valiant | Mar 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
https://vimeo.com/673166979/0f7d1b82de When it comes to substance abuse many people have some preconceived notions about who engages in this type of behavior. You may think of a teenage kid or someone who has a menial job, but few suspect their doctor, nurse, lawyer,...
