by Valiant | Feb 8, 2013 | Addiction treatment, cocaine use, Drug abuse, relapse prevention, teen drug use
The statistics for cocaine show some surprising trends, and this drug is on the rise in many areas. Both the powdered form and crack cocaine have been found in increasing amounts in many cities, and the drug is devastating urban areas across the nation. Emergency...
by Valiant | Feb 4, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, heroin use, teen drug use
Heroin is one of the most dangerous and destructive substances that can be abused, and it is highly addicted. Some of the most common signs that indicate a dependency or addiction to heroin include: 1. Changes In Mood And Behavior- As heroin begins to take hold...
by Valiant | Jan 29, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
1. Childhood Trauma- Childhood trauma can include neglect, abuse, or even sexual assault. If there is not a nurturing environment during childhood or there are traumatic events that occur then therapy will be needed to prevent any substance abuse problems from...
by Valiant | Jan 28, 2013 | designer drugs, Drug abuse, Illegal drug production, PCP
Club drugs are those that are commonly used as a part of the party scene. These events may be called raves, and they often occur at clubs and can last all night long. Hundreds of people or even more at times spend the night dancing, drinking, and having a good time....
by Valiant | Jan 27, 2013 | arrests for substance abuse, Drug abuse, drug policies
Lately there has been a lot of talk about drug legalization, and this involves not only marijuana but also other drugs as well. Many claim that this would have benefits, while others believe that the drawbacks would be severe and would harm society. One argument for...
by Valiant | Jan 26, 2013 | cocaine use, Drug abuse
What is the difference between cocaine and crack? Both of these drugs involve cocaine, but they appear in a different form and are consumed in different ways. Crack has a cocaine base but there are other materials in the end product as well, and these are called...
by Valiant | Jan 25, 2013 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
One form of drug abuse involves injecting the drug into the body, and this can have many different risks associated with it. Users often start injecting drugs because the effect is faster and stronger, and this can be done in one of three ways. The injection may be...
by Valiant | Jan 24, 2013 | Addiction treatment, heroin use, relapse prevention
Out of all the drug addictions that are difficult to recover from why is heroin one of the hardest? One of the biggest reasons according to medical science and all of the addiction studies is the intense physical sickness and the physical withdrawal symptoms that the...
by Valiant | Jan 23, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, medical studies, mental illness and disorders
Anyone who has a substance abuse problem needs treatment, but there are times when immediate emergency treatment is required to prevent permanent injury or even death. Knowing when to call 911 can help save your own or a loved ones life. Many individuals are hesitant...
