by Valiant | Jun 2, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
An expert panel made a recommendation to the USFDA that doctors who prescribe painkiller medication be required to take training for these drugs in order to combat opioid dependence and addiction. The initial decision by the agency does not require physicians to take...
by Valiant | May 23, 2014 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
One of the most likely places for teens to access prescription drugs and OTC medications is in their own homes and the homes of friends and family members. Easy access is often the first step in the process when it comes to teen prescription drug abuse and addiction,...
by Valiant | May 16, 2014 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, relapse prevention
1. Prescription drug abuse recovery is not impossible, many people have conquered this type of addiction with the right treatment programs and support systems. If you or someone you know has a problem with prescription medication abuse then professional help is...
by Valiant | Apr 25, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, eating disorders, Prescription drug abuse
Interventions are tough love discussions that aim to help a loved one struggling with addiction or any other destructive behavior. The objective of an intervention is to encourage the person to take action and make positive changes in their life. If you are planning...
by Valiant | Apr 18, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
The consequences of substance abuse and addiction can end up taking over every aspect of your life. From the big things to the little things, addiction affects the physical as well as filling your inner life with false signals and meanings. 1. Legal There are a...
by Valiant | Apr 18, 2014 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
This is the receptor that regulates all of the minor sensations in the skin, such as warmth and touch. People who suffer from a condition called allodynia can benefit from medicines which act on the delta opioid receptor. Allodynia is a medical condition that can...
