by Valiant | Jul 18, 2013 | Addiction treatment
A shopping addiction is a very real problem, one that can destroy families, create a mountain of debt, and even end up with jail time and a criminal record at times. How can you tell whether you just enjoy shopping or if you are actually a shopping addict though? For...
by Valiant | Jul 17, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention
When it comes to relapse the triggers involved may be different for each person, but there are some common triggers that seem to cause problems in a large percentage of cases. You need to determine which triggers may cause issues and then make a plan on how to deal...
by Valiant | Jul 15, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, relapse prevention
Alcohol detox treatment is a very important component of recovery for anyone who has an ongoing alcohol abuse problem. As large amounts of alcohol are consumed consistently over time this leads to a physical dependence on the substance. If the alcohol use is suddenly...
by Valiant | Jul 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
What is alcohol withdrawal syndrome and who is at risk for this problem? Alcohol withdrawal syndrome can be serious, or even life threatening in a number of cases. This syndrome occurs in individuals who have been consuming alcohol in large amounts over an extended...
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...
