by Valiant | May 10, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
One of the common classes of drugs that are frequently abused are central nervous system depressants. Your central nervous system includes your brain and all of your spinal cord tissues, and these drugs slow down the usual activity that takes place in these areas. CNS...
by Valiant | May 8, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Anabolic steroids are a group of drugs that are often abused by professional athletes, bodybuilders, and others who want better physical conditioning, and stronger muscles that are larger and have more stamina. This group of substances can be deadly when abused, and...
by Valiant | May 2, 2013 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
When it comes to drug abuse illegal street drugs are not the only problem. Prescription drugs are often abused and can lead to addiction as well. Some of the most commonly abused prescription medications include: Hydrocodone Codeine Fentanyl Valium Morphine Xanax...
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 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...
