by Valiant | Jul 12, 2013 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
One of the most alarming trends in the USA is over the counter drug abuse by teenagers. Often this activity is viewed as safe because youths believe that if it is widely available without a prescription it must not be harmful, but nothing could be further from the...
by Valiant | Jul 11, 2013 | Addiction treatment
There are few if any restrictions on age or purchase amount. Many believe that since the substances are available over the counter they are safer than street or prescription versions but this is not true. OTC drug abuse has become very common and is now considered...
by Valiant | Jul 9, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
There are a number of common signs that indicate prescription drug abuse or addiction, and knowing these can help determine whether an individual needs substance abuse treatment. These include: Doctor Shopping- Doctor shopping occurs when the individual goes to more...
by Valiant | Jul 8, 2013 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Oxycontin is becoming one of the most commonly abused prescription drugs across the nation, but who is at risk for developing an Oxycontin addiction? This narcotic pain medication is very powerful and is only prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. A myth...
by Valiant | Jul 7, 2013 | Addiction treatment
LSD stands for lysergic acid diethylamide and it is a hallucinogenic substance that is commonly abused. LSD is derived from a fungus that is naturally found on rye in certain situations, and this fungus is called ergot. The substance can be dissolved into water or...
by Valiant | Jul 6, 2013 | Addiction treatment, designer drugs, Drug abuse, teen drug use
Bath salts are one of the latest substance abuse trends to hit the street, and this is a public safety issue that affects everyone. These are designers drugs that are being seen in drug treatment centers everywhere, even in BC and other areas of Canada. Thanks to the...
by Valiant | Jul 5, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
1. Heroin- Heroin is an opiate drug that is highly addictive, and it is one of the substances that can lead to a fatal overdose. Physical withdrawal symptoms with this drug can be severe. While under the influence the user will have pupils that are contracted and very...
by Valiant | Jul 4, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
Some things to watch for include: Responsibilities that have been previously handled are being neglected. The individual may not be doing well at home, work, or school. Bills may not being paid on time anymore and children may not be taken care of properly....
by Valiant | Jul 3, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
When it comes to substance abuse and addiction there are some common myths and ideas that are false, and they may be harmful in some cases. These include: #1. Willpower alone can cure addiction. A lot of people who have never struggled with substance abuse or...
